CVE-2025-64670: CWE-200: Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor in Microsoft Windows 10 Version 21H2
Exposure of sensitive information to an unauthorized actor in Microsoft Graphics Component allows an authorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-64670 is a vulnerability identified in the Microsoft Graphics Component within Windows 10 Version 21H2 (build 19044.0). It is classified under CWE-200, indicating an exposure of sensitive information to unauthorized actors. The vulnerability allows an attacker who is already authorized on the system with low privileges (PR:L) to disclose sensitive information over a network (AV:N) without requiring user interaction (UI:N). The attack complexity is low (AC:L), meaning exploitation does not require sophisticated conditions. The vulnerability affects confidentiality (C:H) but does not impact integrity or availability. The scope is unchanged (S:U), indicating the vulnerability affects only the vulnerable component and not other system components. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 6.5, reflecting a medium severity level. No known exploits have been reported in the wild as of the publication date (December 9, 2025). The vulnerability likely arises from improper handling or leakage of sensitive data within the graphics processing routines, which could be leveraged by an attacker to extract confidential information remotely. Since the vulnerability requires some level of privilege, it is not exploitable by unauthenticated external attackers but could be leveraged by insiders or attackers who have gained limited access. The absence of a patch link suggests that a fix may be forthcoming or in progress. Organizations using Windows 10 Version 21H2 should monitor for updates and prepare to deploy patches promptly.
Potential Impact
The primary impact of CVE-2025-64670 is the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, which can compromise confidentiality. This exposure can facilitate further attacks such as privilege escalation, targeted phishing, or lateral movement within networks. Although the vulnerability does not affect system integrity or availability, the leakage of sensitive data can have severe consequences, including intellectual property theft, exposure of personal or corporate data, and regulatory compliance violations. Organizations with large deployments of Windows 10 Version 21H2, especially those in sectors handling sensitive or classified information (e.g., government, finance, healthcare), face increased risk. The network-based attack vector means that attackers can exploit this vulnerability remotely if they have some level of access, increasing the potential attack surface. The lack of user interaction requirement further lowers the barrier for exploitation. Overall, this vulnerability could undermine trust in affected systems and lead to significant operational and reputational damage if exploited.
Mitigation Recommendations
1. Apply patches promptly once Microsoft releases an official update addressing CVE-2025-64670. Monitor Microsoft security advisories closely. 2. Restrict network access to systems running Windows 10 Version 21H2, especially limiting access to trusted users and devices only. 3. Implement network segmentation to isolate critical systems and reduce exposure to potentially compromised hosts. 4. Enforce the principle of least privilege by limiting user permissions to only what is necessary, reducing the risk posed by low-privilege attackers. 5. Monitor network traffic for unusual or unauthorized data exfiltration patterns that could indicate exploitation attempts. 6. Use endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools to detect anomalous behavior related to graphics component processes. 7. Educate internal users about the risks of privilege misuse and encourage reporting of suspicious activities. 8. Consider disabling or restricting features of the graphics component if feasible and if it does not impact business operations, until a patch is applied. 9. Maintain up-to-date backups and incident response plans to quickly recover if exploitation occurs.
Affected Countries
United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia, Japan, South Korea, India, Brazil, Mexico, Italy, Spain, Netherlands
CVE-2025-64670: CWE-200: Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor in Microsoft Windows 10 Version 21H2
Description
Exposure of sensitive information to an unauthorized actor in Microsoft Graphics Component allows an authorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-64670 is a vulnerability identified in the Microsoft Graphics Component within Windows 10 Version 21H2 (build 19044.0). It is classified under CWE-200, indicating an exposure of sensitive information to unauthorized actors. The vulnerability allows an attacker who is already authorized on the system with low privileges (PR:L) to disclose sensitive information over a network (AV:N) without requiring user interaction (UI:N). The attack complexity is low (AC:L), meaning exploitation does not require sophisticated conditions. The vulnerability affects confidentiality (C:H) but does not impact integrity or availability. The scope is unchanged (S:U), indicating the vulnerability affects only the vulnerable component and not other system components. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 6.5, reflecting a medium severity level. No known exploits have been reported in the wild as of the publication date (December 9, 2025). The vulnerability likely arises from improper handling or leakage of sensitive data within the graphics processing routines, which could be leveraged by an attacker to extract confidential information remotely. Since the vulnerability requires some level of privilege, it is not exploitable by unauthenticated external attackers but could be leveraged by insiders or attackers who have gained limited access. The absence of a patch link suggests that a fix may be forthcoming or in progress. Organizations using Windows 10 Version 21H2 should monitor for updates and prepare to deploy patches promptly.
Potential Impact
The primary impact of CVE-2025-64670 is the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, which can compromise confidentiality. This exposure can facilitate further attacks such as privilege escalation, targeted phishing, or lateral movement within networks. Although the vulnerability does not affect system integrity or availability, the leakage of sensitive data can have severe consequences, including intellectual property theft, exposure of personal or corporate data, and regulatory compliance violations. Organizations with large deployments of Windows 10 Version 21H2, especially those in sectors handling sensitive or classified information (e.g., government, finance, healthcare), face increased risk. The network-based attack vector means that attackers can exploit this vulnerability remotely if they have some level of access, increasing the potential attack surface. The lack of user interaction requirement further lowers the barrier for exploitation. Overall, this vulnerability could undermine trust in affected systems and lead to significant operational and reputational damage if exploited.
Mitigation Recommendations
1. Apply patches promptly once Microsoft releases an official update addressing CVE-2025-64670. Monitor Microsoft security advisories closely. 2. Restrict network access to systems running Windows 10 Version 21H2, especially limiting access to trusted users and devices only. 3. Implement network segmentation to isolate critical systems and reduce exposure to potentially compromised hosts. 4. Enforce the principle of least privilege by limiting user permissions to only what is necessary, reducing the risk posed by low-privilege attackers. 5. Monitor network traffic for unusual or unauthorized data exfiltration patterns that could indicate exploitation attempts. 6. Use endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools to detect anomalous behavior related to graphics component processes. 7. Educate internal users about the risks of privilege misuse and encourage reporting of suspicious activities. 8. Consider disabling or restricting features of the graphics component if feasible and if it does not impact business operations, until a patch is applied. 9. Maintain up-to-date backups and incident response plans to quickly recover if exploitation occurs.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- microsoft
- Date Reserved
- 2025-11-06T23:40:37.276Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 693867eb74ebaa3babafb7e7
Added to database: 12/9/2025, 6:18:19 PM
Last enriched: 2/21/2026, 9:47:40 PM
Last updated: 3/24/2026, 11:20:46 AM
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