SB2025011503 - Privilege escalation in Microsoft AutoUpdate (MAU) 



SB2025011503 - Privilege escalation in Microsoft AutoUpdate (MAU)

Published: January 15, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB2025011503
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper privilege management (CVE-ID: CVE-2025-21360)

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges.

The vulnerability exists due to improper privilege management in Microsoft AutoUpdate (MAU). A local user can escalate privileges.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.