ID:11778 - Exploit for External Control of File Name or Path in Microsoft products - CVE-2025-33053

 
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ID:11778 - Exploit for External Control of File Name or Path in Microsoft products - CVE-2025-33053

Published: July 9, 2025


Vulnerability identifier: #VU110708
Vulnerability risk: Critical
CVE-ID: CVE-2025-33053
CWE-ID: CWE-73
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Windows Server
Microsoft Internet Explorer

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect processing of file path in WebDav links. A remote attacker can trick the victim into clicking on a specially crafted link and execute arbitrary code on the system.

Note, the vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild. 


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.