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CVE-2025-32709

CISA KEV

Published May 13, 2025 · Updated April 3, 2026

high
Official Description+

Microsoft Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock contains a use-after-free vulnerability that allows an authorized attacker to escalate privileges to administrator.

Affected Products

VendorProduct
MicrosoftWindows

Patch Status

Patch by 2025-06-03

Recommended Actions

  1. Check if your systems use any of the affected products listed above.
  2. Apply vendor patches immediately if available.
  3. This vulnerability is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — prioritize remediation.
  4. Monitor vendor advisories for updates and additional mitigations.
  5. Review logs for indicators of compromise related to CVE-2025-32709.