Race Condition Vulnerability in Microsoft Graphics Component
CVE-2025-59205

7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows 11 Version 25h2
Windows 10 Version 1809
Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019 (server Core Installation)
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 October 2025

What is CVE-2025-59205?

The vulnerability in the Microsoft Graphics Component is a race condition that arises from improper synchronization when multiple processes access shared resources concurrently. This flaw allows an authorized attacker to exploit the condition, potentially elevating their privileges on the affected system. It underscores the importance of robust synchronization mechanisms in software architecture to prevent unauthorized access.

Affected Version(s)

Windows 10 Version 1507 32-bit Systems 10.0.10240.0 < 10.0.10240.21161

Windows 10 Version 1607 32-bit Systems 10.0.14393.0 < 10.0.14393.8519

Windows 10 Version 1809 32-bit Systems 10.0.17763.0 < 10.0.17763.7919

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-2025-59205 : Race Condition Vulnerability in Microsoft Graphics Component