Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Search Component
CVE-2025-49685

7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows 10 Version 1809
Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019 (server Core Installation)
Windows Server 2022
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 July 2025

What is CVE-2025-49685?

The Microsoft Windows Search Component has a vulnerability that allows authorized attackers to potentially elevate their privileges locally. This issue, classified as a use-after-free flaw, can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive components of the operating system, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges. It is crucial for users to stay informed about this vulnerability to ensure their systems are adequately protected.

Affected Version(s)

Windows 10 Version 1809 32-bit Systems 10.0.17763.0 < 10.0.17763.7558

Windows 10 Version 21H2 32-bit Systems 10.0.19044.0 < 10.0.19044.6093

Windows 10 Version 22H2 x64-based Systems 10.0.19045.0 < 10.0.19045.6093

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-49685 : Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Search Component