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The Microsoft Scripting Engine is a legacy component of Windows that has been the subject of recent security vulnerabilities. Discussions on WindowsForum.com highlight CVE-2025-30397, a critical zero-day vulnerability in the engine that was exploited in the wild before Microsoft's May 2025 Patch Tuesday update. This vulnerability underscores ongoing risks associated with older web technologies still present in Windows environments. Forum threads cover the technical details of the exploit, its impact on IT and cybersecurity, and mitigation strategies. Users also share experiences with patching and securing systems against such threats, emphasizing the importance of keeping legacy components updated.
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    CVE-2025-30397: Critical Zero-Day Exploited in Windows Legacy Scripting Engine

    In the rapidly shifting landscape of Windows security, the spotlight once again falls on Microsoft’s legacy components—this time, the Microsoft Scripting Engine. As of the May 2025 Patch Tuesday release, Microsoft confirmed that CVE-2025-30397, a major zero-day vulnerability in its Scripting...
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