CVE-2025-10314: Mitsubishi Electric FREQSHIP-mini for Windows · Incorrect Default Permissions
Affects Mitsubishi Electric FREQSHIP-mini for WindowsSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 8.8 High.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 08:30 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.1% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 5% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 5 Feb 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Electric CorporationFREQSHIP-mini for Windows | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
1. Immediately audit and restrict permissions on the FREQSHIP-mini installation directory and its executable and DLL files to ensure only trusted system accounts have write access. 2. Implement application whitelisting to prevent unauthorized executables or DLLs from running. 3. Employ endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions to monitor for suspicious file modifications or service restarts. 4. Limit local user privileges strictly, avoiding unnecessary administrative rights for users who do not require them. 5. Use network segmentation to isolate systems running FREQSHIP-mini from less trusted networks or user groups. 6. Monitor logs for unusual activity related to service files or privilege escalations. 7. Engage with Mitsubishi Electric for official patches or updates and apply them promptly once available. 8. Consider deploying host-based intrusion prevention systems (HIPS) to block unauthorized file replacements. 9. Educate staff about the risks of local privilege escalation and enforce strong endpoint security policies. 10. If patching is delayed, consider temporary mitigations such as removing or disabling the vulnerable service where feasible.
Description
CVE-2025-10314 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mitsubishi Electric Corporation's FREQSHIP-mini for Windows versions 8.0.0 to 8.0.2. It arises from incorrect default permissions that allow a local attacker with limited privileges to replace service executable files or DLLs in the installation directory with malicious versions. Exploiting this flaw enables arbitrary code execution with system-level privileges, potentially leading to full system compromise, data disclosure, tampering, deletion, or denial of service. No user interaction is required, but local access with low privileges is necessary. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of affected systems. Although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild, the high CVSS score (8.