CVE-2026-25167

Name: CVE-2026-25167
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-03-10T18:18:30.227+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.4/10EPSS 0.32%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-25167 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in Microsoft Brokering File System allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Use after free in Microsoft Brokering File System allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.4/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.32%

23.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-416

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Windows 11 24h2	< 10.0.26100.7979
Microsoft	Windows 11 25h2	< 10.0.26200.7979
Microsoft	Windows 11 26h1	< 10.0.28000.1719
Microsoft	Windows Server 2025	< 10.0.26100.32463

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-25167Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 10, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-25167?

Use after free in Microsoft Brokering File System allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

How severe is CVE-2026-25167?

CVE-2026-25167 has a CVSS score of 7.4/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-25167?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2026-25167?

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Source: NVD / NIST