CVE-2025-59278: Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1507 · Improper Validation of Specified Type of Input
Affects Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1507Source CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 7.8 High.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 06:26 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.2% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 19% 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:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:CExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 14 Oct 2025
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 2026-10-26.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1507 | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
Given the absence of official patches at this time, organizations should take immediate and specific steps to mitigate the risk posed by CVE-2025-59278. First, restrict local access to Windows 10 Version 1507 systems to trusted personnel only, minimizing the risk of an attacker gaining the required local privileges. Implement strict access controls and monitor for unusual privilege escalation attempts using endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools. Where possible, upgrade affected systems to a supported and patched version of Windows 10 or later to eliminate exposure to this vulnerability. Employ application whitelisting and privilege management solutions to limit the ability of users and processes to execute unauthorized code or escalate privileges. Regularly audit authentication logs and system events for anomalies indicative of exploitation attempts. In environments where upgrading is not immediately feasible, consider isolating vulnerable systems from critical networks and applying network segmentation to reduce potential lateral movement. Maintain up-to-date backups and incident response plans tailored to privilege escalation scenarios. Finally, stay informed about vendor updates and apply patches promptly once available.
Description
Improper validation of specified type of input in Windows Authentication Methods allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.