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CVE-2025-0416

Local privilege escalation through insecure DCOM configuration in Valmet DNA versions prior to C2023.

Published Apr 1, 2025CWE-250EPSS 0.21%

Overview

CVE-2025-0416 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on April 1, 2025.

Technical description

Local privilege escalation through insecure DCOM configuration in Valmet DNA versions prior to C2023. The DCOM object Valmet DNA Engineering has permissions that allow it to run commands as a user with the SeImpersonatePrivilege privilege. The SeImpersonatePrivilege privilege is a Windows permission that allows a process to impersonate another user. An attacker can use this vulnerability to escalate their privileges and take complete control of the system.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-0416?

CVE-2025-0416 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on April 1, 2025.

How severe is CVE-2025-0416?

CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2025-0416?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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