Disclosure summary
Microsoft Windows SMB Client contains an improper access control vulnerability that could allow for privilege escalation. An attacker could execute a specially crafted malicious script to coerce the victim machine to connect back to the attack system using SMB and authenticate.
CISA remediation guidance
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Original records & references
PUBLISHED 2025-10-20T00:00:00-04:00
MODIFIED 2025-10-20T00:00:00-04:00
INGESTED 2026-10-06T11:42:57-04:00