Local Privilege Escalation in Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows

CVE-2025-48982

What is CVE-2025-48982?

A vulnerability exists in Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows that enables local privilege escalation, allowing an attacker to gain elevated access to system functions. This can occur if a system administrator inadvertently restores a malicious file, leading to unauthorized access and control over the system. To mitigate this risk, it is crucial to ensure that backup files are thoroughly verified and to educate administrators on the dangers of restoring unknown files.

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