{"id":64107,"date":"2025-08-16T23:35:21","date_gmt":"2025-08-16T23:35:21","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-09-07T11:01:37","modified_gmt":"2025-09-07T17:01:37","slug":"cve-2025-47159-windows-virtualization-based-security-enclave-privilege-escalation-vulnerability","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2025-47159-windows-virtualization-based-security-enclave-privilege-escalation-vulnerability\/","title":{"rendered":"CVE-2025-47159: Windows Virtualization-Based Security Enclave Privilege Escalation Vulnerability<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"

Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n

The world of cybersecurity is a constant battlefield. New vulnerabilities appear and get patched regularly, but one of the recent ones poses a significant threat. CVE-2025-47159, a newly found vulnerability, is a testament to this ongoing struggle. This vulnerability affects the Windows<\/a> Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) Enclave, a core component of the Windows operating system, and its ability to protect system integrity.
\nThis vulnerability is particularly concerning because it allows an authorized attacker to elevate their privileges locally, potentially leading to system<\/a> compromise or data leakage. For any organization or user leveraging Windows Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) Enclave, understanding and mitigating this vulnerability should be a top priority.<\/p>\n

Vulnerability Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n

CVE ID: CVE-2025-47159
\nSeverity: High (7.8 CVSS)
\nAttack Vector: Local
\nPrivileges Required: Low
\nUser Interaction: Required
\nImpact: System compromise<\/a>, potential data leakage<\/p>\n

Affected Products<\/strong><\/p>

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