About this tag
The installer-security tag covers vulnerabilities and mitigations related to software installation processes on Windows. A prominent example is CVE-2025-43715, a local privilege escalation flaw in the Nullsoft Scriptable Install System (NSIS) used by Siemens SIMOTION Tools. This advisory, republished by Siemens and U.S. cyber authorities, warns that an unprivileged local attacker can escalate to SYSTEM during setup. Discussions focus on understanding the risk, applying patches, and securing installer components to prevent exploitation. The tag is relevant for IT administrators, security professionals, and anyone managing Windows-based installations where installer integrity and privilege boundaries are critical.
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    SIMOTION NSIS Local Privilege Escalation: CVE-2025-43715 Advisory & Mitigations

    Nullsoft Scriptable Install System (NSIS) code used inside several SIMOTION setup components contains a local privilege‑escalation flaw that Siemens and U.S. cyber authorities have republished as a coordinated advisory, warning that installing affected SIMOTION Tools on Windows can allow an...
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