Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability in Windows StateRepository API by Microsoft
CVE-2025-53789

7.8HIGH

What is CVE-2025-53789?

A vulnerability exists in the Windows StateRepository API due to missing authentication for a critical function. This flaw allows an authorized attacker to exploit the system locally and potentially elevate their privileges, which can lead to unauthorized actions on the affected system. Proper security measures and updates should be implemented to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

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

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
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-2025-53789 : Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability in Windows StateRepository API by Microsoft