CVE-2025-62472 is a local elevation-of-privilege vulnerability in Windows Remote Access Connection Manager caused by use of an uninitialized resource. The flaw arises from memory mismanagement within the service, allowing a locally authorized attacker to trigger unsafe handling of uninitialized state and elevate privileges. Microsoft classifies the issue as Important, and available reporting indicates a CVSS score of 7.8. The vulnerability affects Windows Remote Access Connection Manager across supported Windows client and server platforms patched in December 2025.
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A local privilege escalation vulnerability in Windows Remote Access Connection Manager due to use of uninitialized resource and use-after-free. Exploitation is considered more likely.
A privilege escalation vulnerability in Windows Remote Access Connection Manager due to uninitialized resources, allowing attackers with low privileges to gain SYSTEM-level access.
A vulnerability in Remote Access Connection Manager, details unspecified but likely privilege escalation or code execution.
Windows Remote Access Connection Manager local elevation of privilege vulnerability (noted as more likely to be exploited).
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Every observed campaign linking this CVE to a named adversary.
Malware families riding this exploit, with evidence and IOCs.
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Cross-references every affected SKU, including bundled OEM variants.
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