CVE-2025-24055 in Windows
Summary
by MITRE • 03/11/2025
Out-of-bounds read in Windows USB Video Driver allows an authorized attacker to disclose information with a physical attack.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/31/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-24055 represents a critical out-of-bounds read flaw within the Windows USB Video Driver component that enables information disclosure through physical attack vectors. This vulnerability resides in the kernel-mode driver responsible for handling USB video devices, making it particularly concerning for systems with physical access capabilities. The flaw manifests when the driver processes malformed or specially crafted USB video data structures without proper bounds checking, potentially allowing an attacker to read memory locations beyond the intended buffer boundaries.
This type of vulnerability falls under the Common Weakness Enumeration category CWE-125, which specifically addresses out-of-bounds read conditions in software implementations. The security implications are significant as the vulnerability requires only physical access to the target system, eliminating the need for network-based exploitation or complex remote attack vectors. An authorized attacker with physical presence can leverage this weakness to extract sensitive information from kernel memory, potentially including credentials, cryptographic keys, or other confidential data stored in memory regions accessible to the driver.
The operational impact of CVE-2025-24055 extends beyond simple information disclosure, as it can serve as a stepping stone for more sophisticated attacks within the Windows environment. Attackers can potentially use this vulnerability to bypass security mechanisms, escalate privileges, or gather intelligence about the target system's configuration and running processes. The physical attack requirement means that this vulnerability is particularly concerning for high-value assets such as servers, workstations, or IoT devices where physical access might be possible through various means including social engineering, insider threats, or opportunistic attacks.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on both immediate remediation and long-term security enhancements. Microsoft has released patches addressing this issue through regular security updates, and system administrators should prioritize applying these updates to all affected Windows systems. Additionally, organizations should implement physical security controls to limit unauthorized access to critical systems, particularly in environments where the risk of physical compromise is elevated. Network segmentation and monitoring solutions can also help detect unusual activity that might indicate exploitation attempts. The vulnerability also highlights the importance of kernel-mode driver security testing and the need for robust input validation mechanisms in all system components that handle external data inputs. Organizations should consider implementing runtime protection mechanisms such as kernel-mode exploit protection and memory corruption detection systems to provide additional layers of defense against similar vulnerabilities.