External Control Vulnerability in Windows Core Shell by Microsoft
CVE-2025-59244

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

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

What is CVE-2025-59244?

A vulnerability exists in the Windows Core Shell, where an unauthorized attacker can manipulate file names or paths. This flaw could allow attackers to execute spoofing attacks over a network, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data manipulation. Users are advised to keep their systems updated and review security patches related to this issue to mitigate risks.

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:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-59244 : External Control Vulnerability in Windows Core Shell by Microsoft