CVE-2025-27727
moderate-risk
Published 2025-04-08
Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Windows Installer allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Do I need to act?
~
1.1% chance of exploitation in next 30 days
EPSS score — moderate exploit probability
-
Not on CISA KEV list
No confirmed active exploitation reported to CISA
?
Patch status unknown
Check vendor advisories for fix availability and mitigation guidance
7
CVSS 7.8/10
High
LOCAL
/ LOW complexity
Affected Products (20)
Affected Vendors
References (1)
47
/ 100
moderate-risk
Severity
24/34 · High
Exploitability
3/34 · Minimal
Exposure
20/34 · Moderate