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CVE-2025-60710

Microsoft Windows Link Following

7.8 HIGHActively exploited (CISA KEV)Used in ransomwareEPSS 4.60%
  1. Published11 Nov 2025
  2. Added to CISA KEV13 Apr 2026
  3. Remediation due27 Apr 2026
Actively exploited (CISA KEV)

Microsoft Windows contains a link following vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation

Added to KEV: 13 Apr 2026Federal remediation due: 27 Apr 2026Used in ransomware

Description

Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Host Process for Windows Tasks allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorLocal
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredLow
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Microsoft Windows 11 24h2< 10.0.26100.7392
Microsoft Windows 11 25h2< 10.0.26200.7392
Microsoft Windows Server 2025< 10.0.26100.7392

Remediation

Fixed in
Microsoft Windows 11 24h2≥ 10.0.26100.7392
Microsoft Windows 11 25h2≥ 10.0.26200.7392
Microsoft Windows Server 2025≥ 10.0.26100.7392

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2025-60710 being actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2025-60710 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added 13 Apr 2026. It has been used in ransomware campaigns.

How severe is CVE-2025-60710?

CVE-2025-60710 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated high. EPSS estimates a 4.60% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2025-60710?

Affected products include Microsoft Windows 11 24h2, Microsoft Windows 11 25h2, Microsoft Windows Server 2025.

How do I fix CVE-2025-60710?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Microsoft Windows 11 24h2 10.0.26100.7392, Microsoft Windows 11 25h2 10.0.26200.7392, Microsoft Windows Server 2025 10.0.26100.7392 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.