CVE-2025-60710

HIGH CISA KEV

Published Nov 11, 2025 Modified Apr 14, 2026 CWE-59

Description

Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Host Process for Windows Tasks allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

CVSS v3.1 Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild.

Added: Apr 13, 2026 Remediation due: Apr 27, 2026

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-59 CWE-59

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
microsoft	windows_11_24h2	< 10.0.26100.7392
microsoft	windows_11_25h2	< 10.0.26200.7392
microsoft	windows_server_2025	< 10.0.26100.7392

References

Advisories & Patches

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2025-60710

Other References

https://www.vicarius.io/vsociety/posts/cve-2025-60710-detection-script-eop-vulnerability-in-host-process-for-windows-tasks https://www.vicarius.io/vsociety/posts/cve-2025-60710-mitigation-script-eop-vulnerability-in-host-process-for-windows-tasks https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2025-60710

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-60710? +

Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Host Process for Windows Tasks allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH). This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, indicating active exploitation in the wild.

How severe is CVE-2025-60710? +

CVE-2025-60710 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.8 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

What products are affected by CVE-2025-60710? +

CVE-2025-60710 affects products from microsoft, specifically: windows_11_24h2, windows_11_25h2, windows_server_2025. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2025-60710? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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