#VU123742 Improper Restriction of Names for Files and Other Resources in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2026-25177
Published: March 10, 2026 / Updated: April 1, 2026
Vulnerability identifier: #VU123742
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Green
CVE-ID: CVE-2026-25177
CWE-ID: CWE-641
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability:
Public exploit is available
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Windows Server
Windows
Windows Server
Software vendor:
Microsoft
Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper restriction of names for files and other resources in Active Directory Domain Services. A remote user can gain elevated privileges on the system.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.