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cve-2025-24076
About this tag
CVE-2025-24076 is a critical privilege escalation vulnerability in Microsoft's Windows Cross Device Service, specifically affecting Windows 11. The flaw resides in the camera streaming feature within the CrossDevice.Streaming.Source.dll, which is stored in a folder writable by regular users. An authenticated local attacker can exploit this improper access control to elevate from a standard user account to full system administrator rights in approximately 300 milliseconds. This vulnerability poses a significant security risk for Windows users and IT professionals, as it allows attackers to gain unauthorized administrative control. Discussions on WindowsForum cover the technical details, exploitation mechanics, and mitigation strategies to protect systems.
Here’s a summary of the Windows 11 escalation vulnerability (CVE-2025-24076) as described:
What Happened?
A critical security flaw in Windows 11’s “Mobile devices” feature allowed attackers to go from a regular user account to full system administrator rights in about 300 milliseconds.
How Did...
The recent spotlight on CVE-2025-24076 reveals a critical security concern involving Microsoft’s Windows Cross Device Service. This vulnerability, defined by improper access control, allows an authenticated local user to elevate their privileges—potentially unlocking administrative capabilities...