CVE-2025-59230—Microsoft Windows Improper Access Control Vulnerability

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Windows Improper Access Control Vulnerability

Description

Microsoft Windows contains an improper access control vulnerability in Windows Remote Access Connection Manager which could allow an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:

Unknown

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.

Additional Notes

• https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/en-US/vulnerability/CVE-2025-59230
• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-59230

Related News Articles

• Microsoft Patches 59 Vulnerabilities Including Six Actively Exploited Zero-DaysFebruary 11, 2026
• WebRAT malware spread via fake vulnerability exploits on GitHubDecember 23, 2025
• Two New Windows Zero-Days Exploited in the Wild — One Affects Every Version Ever ShippedOctober 15, 2025

Related Weaknesses

• CWE-284