Privilege Elevation Vulnerability in Xbox Gaming Services by Microsoft
CVE-2025-59281

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Xbox Gaming Services
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 October 2025

What is CVE-2025-59281?

A vulnerability in Xbox Gaming Services allows an authorized attacker to exploit improper link resolution before file access. This flaw enables the attacker to elevate their privileges on the local system, potentially leading to unauthorized actions and control. Users and administrators are advised to stay informed about this vulnerability and apply necessary security updates.

Affected Version(s)

Xbox Gaming Services Unknown 19.0.0.0 < 31.105.17001.0

References

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

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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