CVE-2025-55247
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Description
Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in .NET allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Severity
HIGH
CVSS score
7.3
(v3.1)
Vulnerability status
Analyzed
Source identifier
Published
2025-10-14 17:15:44.623000
Last modified
2026-10-18 21:10:00.120000
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