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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2025-58718
CVE-2025-58718:
vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
A use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Remote Desktop Client (CVE-2025-58718) was disclosed on October 14, 2025. The vulnerability affects Remote Desktop client versions prior to 1.2.6599.0, allowing an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network (NVD, Qualys).
Technical details
The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The vulnerability is classified as CWE-416 (Use After Free) (NVD).
Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an unauthorized attacker to execute arbitrary code over a network, potentially leading to full system compromise (Qualys).
Mitigation and workarounds
Microsoft has released security updates to address this vulnerability. Users are advised to update their Remote Desktop client to version 1.2.6599.0 or later (Qualys).
Additional resources
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