Microsoft Windows Use After Free Vulnerability
Microsoft — Windows
- Added to KEV catalog
- 9 December 2025
- Federal remediation due date
- 30 December 2025
- Weakness classification (CWE)
- CWE-416
CISA Description
Microsoft Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver contains a use after free vulnerability that can allow an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Required action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Notes
https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/en-US/vulnerability/CVE-2025-62221 ; https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-62221
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