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The Windows protocols tag covers discussions about network and authentication protocols used in Microsoft Windows environments. Recent content highlights a critical vulnerability in the Credential Security Support Provider protocol (CredSSP), which is used for authentication in Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) and other Windows remote services. The vulnerability, CVE-2025-47987, is a heap-based buffer overflow that could allow an authenticated attacker to elevate privileges locally. This tag is relevant for IT professionals and security researchers focused on Windows protocol security, authentication mechanisms, and vulnerability mitigation. Topics may include protocol configuration, security patches, and best practices for securing Windows protocol implementations.
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    Critical Windows CredSSP Vulnerability CVE-2025-47987 | Security Alert & Mitigation

    A critical security vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-47987, has been discovered in the Credential Security Support Provider protocol (CredSSP) within Microsoft Windows. This flaw is a heap-based buffer overflow that allows an authenticated attacker to elevate privileges locally, posing...
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