CVE-2025-55339
vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

Out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Windows NDIS (Network Driver Interface Specification) identified as CVE-2025-55339 was disclosed on October 14, 2025. This vulnerability affects Windows operating systems and allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally (NVD).

Technical details

The vulnerability is classified as an Out-of-bounds Read (CWE-125) with a CVSS v3.1 Base Score of 7.8 (HIGH) and vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. This indicates local access is required, with low attack complexity, and requires low privileges, but no user interaction (NVD).

Impact

When successfully exploited, this vulnerability allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally, potentially gaining higher levels of access to the affected system. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive system resources and potential system compromise (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

Microsoft has released security updates to address this vulnerability as part of the October 2025 Patch Tuesday updates. Users are advised to apply the latest security updates through Windows Update or download and install the patches manually (Microsoft).

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