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The winsock vulnerability tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about security flaws in the Windows Sockets (WinSock) component, particularly the Ancillary Function Driver (AFD). Recent content highlights CVE-2025-58714, a local privilege escalation vulnerability in the AFD driver that was patched by Microsoft in October 2025. This tag also includes broader Patch Tuesday updates, such as the May 2025 release that fixed 72 vulnerabilities, including zero-day exploits. Threads focus on patch prioritization, deployment validation, and the technical details of WinSock-related security issues. The tag is relevant for IT administrators and security professionals tracking Microsoft's fixes for networking stack vulnerabilities.
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    CVE-2025-58714: Local Privilege Escalation in WinSock AFD Patch Now

    Microsoft has assigned CVE-2025-58714 to an elevation-of-privilege flaw in the Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock that allows an authorized local user to gain higher privileges, and Microsoft issued fixes on October 14, 2025 — administrators should treat this as a high-priority patch...
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    Microsoft May 2025 Patch Tuesday Fixes 72 Vulnerabilities, Including 5 Zero-Day Exploits

    Microsoft's May 2025 Patch Tuesday has addressed a total of 72 vulnerabilities, including five zero-day flaws that were actively exploited prior to the release. This comprehensive update underscores Microsoft's ongoing commitment to enhancing the security of its software ecosystem. Breakdown of...
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    • Forum: Windows News
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