CVE-2025-53136
vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

A sensitive information exposure vulnerability (CVE-2025-53136) was discovered in the Windows NT OS Kernel. The vulnerability was disclosed on August 12, 2025, affecting multiple versions of Microsoft Windows operating systems. This security flaw allows an authorized attacker to disclose information locally (NVD).

Technical details

The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 Base Score of 5.5 (Medium) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N. It is classified under CWE-200 (Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor). The vulnerability affects multiple Windows versions including Windows 10, Windows 11, and various Windows Server editions from 2008 to 2025 (NVD).

Impact

The vulnerability primarily impacts the confidentiality of the affected systems, with no direct effect on integrity or availability. When successfully exploited, it allows an authorized attacker with local access to disclose sensitive information from the Windows NT OS Kernel (NVD).

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