SB2025011506 - Improper access control in Microsoft Windows Recovery Environment Agent 



SB2025011506 - Improper access control in Microsoft Windows Recovery Environment Agent

Published: January 15, 2025 Updated: March 10, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB2025011506
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Physical access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2025-21202)

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in Windows Recovery Environment Agent. An attacker with physical access can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain elevated privileges on the system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.