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CVE-2025-30400 is a use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft's Desktop Window Manager (DWM) Core Library that allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected Windows systems. The flaw affects Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server installations due to DWM's privileged role in the operating system. Discussions on WindowsForum cover the technical details of the vulnerability, its impact on system security, and guidance for applying Microsoft's security patches to mitigate the risk. IT administrators and security professionals are advised to prioritize patching to prevent potential exploitation.
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    DWM UAF CVE-2025-30400: Privilege Escalation, Patch Guide

    Quick clarification before I start the full article (I want to be accurate): I tried to look up CVE-2025-50153 at the Microsoft Security Update Guide URL you provided, but the MSRC page requires JavaScript and I couldn't extract a plain-text advisory from that exact link. I also couldn't find...
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    CVE-2025-30400 Windows DWM Vulnerability: What You Need to Know

    In recent months, a newly identified security flaw known as CVE-2025-30400 has raised serious concerns among Windows system administrators, security professionals, and IT departments around the globe. This vulnerability, residing within Microsoft’s Desktop Window Manager (DWM) Core Library...
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    • cve-2025-30400 cybersecurity desktop window manager dwm core library enterprise security exploit local privilege escale memory management patch management privilege escalation security security mitigation security patch threat intelligence use-after-free windows 10 windows 11 windows security windows server windows vulnerabilities
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    • Forum: Security Alerts