Privilege Elevation Vulnerability in Microsoft Edge by Microsoft
CVE-2025-47181

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Edge (chromium-based) Updater
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 May 2025

What is CVE-2025-47181?

An improper link resolution issue exists in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) that allows an authorized user to escalate privileges. This vulnerability arises during link following when attempting to access files, potentially granting unauthorized access to sensitive resources. Affected users should consider applying available security updates to mitigate risks associated with this flaw.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) Updater Unknown 1.0.0.0 < 1.3.195.61

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-47181 : Privilege Elevation Vulnerability in Microsoft Edge by Microsoft