Information Disclosure Vulnerability in Windows Installer by Microsoft
CVE-2025-29837

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows 10 Version 1809
Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019 (server Core Installation)
Windows Server 2022
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 May 2025
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What is CVE-2025-29837?

An information disclosure vulnerability exists in Windows Installer due to improper link resolution before file access. This flaw enables an authorized attacker to potentially disclose sensitive information locally, jeopardizing user data privacy and system integrity. It is crucial for users to stay informed and apply recommended security updates to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

Windows 10 Version 1507 32-bit Systems 10.0.10240.0 < 10.0.10240.21014

Windows 10 Version 1607 32-bit Systems 10.0.14393.0 < 10.0.14393.8066

Windows 10 Version 1809 32-bit Systems 10.0.17763.0 < 10.0.17763.7314

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-29837 : Information Disclosure Vulnerability in Windows Installer by Microsoft