#VU102699 Not Failing Securely ('Failing Open') in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2025-21210
Published: January 14, 2025
Vulnerability identifier: #VU102699
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:P/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2025-21210
CWE-ID: CWE-636
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Windows Server
Windows
Windows Server
Software vendor:
Microsoft
Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to excessive data output by the application in Windows BitLocker. An attacker with physical access can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.