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CVE-2025-13152: Lenovo One Client · Uncontrolled Search Path Element

Affects Lenovo One ClientSource CVE Database V5

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Not known to be exploited · CVSS 8.5 High.

Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 14:05 UTC

CVSS 4.0 base score
8.5High
How severe the flaw is on the 0–10 CVSS scale.
EPSS
0.1% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 2% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N

Exploitation evidence

  1. Disclosed: evidence found.

    CVE published 10 Dec 2025

  2. Detectable: no evidence on record.

    No public nuclei template indexed

  3. Weaponised: no evidence on record.

    No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB

  4. Exploited in the wild: no evidence on record.

    Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation

  5. Observed by OffSeq 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

ProductAffectedFixed in
Lenovo One ClientAffected
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Fixed in–

AI-suggested

Organizations should immediately audit their use of Lenovo One Client and restrict local user permissions to the minimum necessary. Until a vendor patch is released, implement application whitelisting and monitor DLL loading behavior using endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools to detect anomalous DLL injections. Employ strict access controls and segregate user privileges to limit the ability of attackers to exploit this vulnerability. Regularly review and harden system PATH environment variables and directory permissions to prevent unauthorized DLL placement. Conduct user awareness training to reduce the risk of local compromise. Once Lenovo releases a patch, prioritize its deployment across all affected systems. Additionally, consider implementing host-based intrusion prevention systems (HIPS) to block unauthorized code execution. Maintain comprehensive logging and alerting to detect any attempts to exploit this vulnerability.

Description

CVE-2025-13152 is a high-severity DLL hijacking vulnerability in Lenovo One Client that allows a local authenticated user to execute code with elevated privileges. The flaw arises from an uncontrolled search path element, enabling attackers to load malicious DLLs. Exploitation requires local access and no user interaction, but no known exploits are currently in the wild. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability due to privilege escalation potential. European organizations using Lenovo One Client are at risk, especially in countries with high Lenovo market penetration and critical infrastructure reliance on this software. Mitigation involves applying vendor patches once available, restricting local user permissions, and monitoring for suspicious DLL loads. Given the CVSS 8.5 score, this vulnerability demands prompt attention to prevent potential lateral movement or system compromise. No authentication bypass or remote exploitation is possible, but the elevated privileges gained can lead to significant damage.

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