Security Feature Bypass in Windows SmartScreen by Microsoft
CVE-2025-49740
8.8HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
Microsoft
- Status
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 8 July 2025
What is CVE-2025-49740?
A vulnerability in Windows SmartScreen allows unauthorized attackers to bypass its security mechanisms, potentially leading to unauthorized actions over a network. This flaw highlights the importance of robust security practices and the need for regular updates to ensure comprehensive protection against evolving threats.
Affected Version(s)
Windows 10 Version 1507 32-bit Systems 10.0.10240.0 < 10.0.10240.21073
Windows 10 Version 1607 32-bit Systems 10.0.14393.0 < 10.0.14393.8246
Windows 10 Version 1809 32-bit Systems 10.0.17763.0 < 10.0.17763.7558