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CVE-2025-53151 is a use-after-free vulnerability in the Windows kernel that allows an authorized local user to elevate privileges on an affected system. Microsoft's Security Update Guide lists this flaw and directs administrators to install the supplied security update as the primary remediation. Use-after-free bugs occur when code continues to reference memory after it has been freed, and in kernel code they are especially dangerous. This tag covers discussions about the vulnerability details, affected systems, and patching guidance for Windows users and IT administrators. Stay informed about updates and mitigation steps related to CVE-2025-53151.
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    Windows Kernel Use-After-Free CVE-2025-53151: Patch Now to Prevent Privilege Escalation

    Microsoft’s Security Update Guide lists CVE‑2025‑53151 as a use‑after‑free vulnerability in the Windows kernel that can be abused by an authorized local user to elevate privileges on an affected system, and Microsoft’s published advisory directs administrators to install the supplied security...
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    • cve-2025-53151 edr extended security updates forensics heap grooming incident response kernel memory corruption local exploit msrc patch management privilege escalation token elevation use-after-free vulnerability management windows kernel windows update
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