CVE-2025-59287
Microsoft Windows Server Update Service (WSUS) Deserialization of Untrusted Data Vulnerability - [Actively Exploited]
Description
Deserialization of untrusted data in Windows Server Update Service allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
INFO
Published Date :
Oct. 14, 2025, 5:16 p.m.
Last Modified :
Oct. 28, 2025, 12:44 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
CISA KEV (Known Exploited Vulnerabilities)
For the benefit of the cybersecurity community and network defenders—and to help every organization better manage vulnerabilities and keep pace with threat activity—CISA maintains the authoritative source of vulnerabilities that have been exploited in the wild.
Microsoft Windows Server Update Service (WSUS) contains a deserialization of untrusted data vulnerability that allows for remote code execution.
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/en-US/vulnerability/CVE-2025-59287 ; https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-59287
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2025-59287
vulnerability.
Even if cvefeed.io is aware of the exact versions of the
products
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | CRITICAL | f38d906d-7342-40ea-92c1-6c4a2c6478c8 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | CRITICAL | [email protected] |
Solution
- Apply the latest security updates.
- Restart affected services if required.
- Verify update installation.
Public PoC/Exploit Available at Github
CVE-2025-59287 has a 29 public
PoC/Exploit available at Github.
Go to the Public Exploits tab to see the list.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2025-59287.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2025-59287 | Vendor Advisory |
| https://hawktrace.com/blog/CVE-2025-59287 | Exploit Third Party Advisory |
| https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/cisa-orders-feds-to-patch-windows-server-wsus-flaw-exploited-in-attacks/ | Press/Media Coverage |
| https://gist.github.com/hawktrace/880b54fb9c07ddb028baaae401bd3951 | Third Party Advisory |
| https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2025-59287 | Third Party Advisory US Government Resource |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
While CVE identifies
specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or
weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2025-59287 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification
(CAPEC)
stores attack patterns, which are descriptions of the common attributes and
approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2025-59287
weaknesses.
We scan GitHub repositories to detect new proof-of-concept exploits. Following list is a collection of public exploits and proof-of-concepts, which have been published on GitHub (sorted by the most recently updated).
Cerberus-CVE Assessment Situation
Python
Exploitation proof-of-concept for CVE-2025-59287 - a critical vulnerability in the Windows Server Update Service (WSUS) caused by the deserialization of untrusted data. This flaw allows an unauthorized attacker to execute arbitrary code over a network, posing a significant security risk.
C# Batchfile Python
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Python JavaScript CSS HTML
WSUS vulnerability PoC
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Python
This is an exploit script written in C# to aid gaining a reverse shell on targets with Windows Server Update Service(WSUS) CVE-2025-59287. We will deliver a reverse shell payload through encrypted SOAP req.
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C#
CVE-2025-59287 注入WolfShell内存马
Passive observation and analysis of WS-Man / CIM (SOAP over HTTP/HTTPS) traffic for defensive detection, host-network correlation, and incident triage. No offensive capabilities in mainline; lab-only features must be explicitly gated.
Python Shell PowerShell
Verificacion de vulnerabilidad en WSUS
Python
None
Python
Guía de respuesta rápida y script de auditoría para CVE-2025-59287 (RCE crítica en WSUS).
PowerShell
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Python
CVE-2025-59287 — Critical unauthenticated RCE in Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) via unsafe deserialization of an AuthorizationCookie, enabling SYSTEM-level compromise and active exploitation; patch or isolate WSUS (ports 8530/8531) immediately.
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SQL
CVE-2025-59287 is a critical RCE vulnerability in Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) caused by unsafe deserialization of untrusted data. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code without authentication. Urgent patching is advised due to active exploitation.
Helps defenders find their WSUS configurations in the wake of CVE-2025-59287
PowerShell
Module PowerShell de réponse à l'incident CVE-2025-59287 — WSUS Remote Code Execution (RCE)
PowerShell
Results are limited to the first 15 repositories due to potential performance issues.
The following list is the news that have been mention
CVE-2025-59287 vulnerability anywhere in the article.
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CybersecurityNews
Hackers Actively Scanning for TCP Port 8530/8531 Linked to WSUS Vulnerability CVE-2025-59287
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BleepingComputer
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Help Net Security
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Ars Technica
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hackread.com
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Help Net Security
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The Hacker News
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Help Net Security
Attackers exploiting WSUS vulnerability drop Skuld infostealer (CVE-2025-59287)
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security.nl
VS verzoekt organisaties om op kwetsbare Windows-servers te controleren
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CybersecurityNews
CISA Shares New Threat Detections for Actively Exploited WSUS Vulnerability
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The Cyber Express
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The Cyber Express
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The Cyber Express
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CrowdStrike.com
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The Register
WSUS attacks hit 'multiple' orgs as Google and other infosec sleuths ring Redmond’s alarm bell
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CrowdStrike.com
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The following table lists the changes that have been made to the
CVE-2025-59287 vulnerability over time.
Vulnerability history details can be useful for understanding the evolution of a vulnerability, and for identifying the most recent changes that may impact the vulnerability's severity, exploitability, or other characteristics.
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Modified Analysis by [email protected]
Oct. 28, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference Type CVE: https://hawktrace.com/blog/CVE-2025-59287 Types: Exploit, Third Party Advisory Added Reference Type CVE: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/cisa-orders-feds-to-patch-windows-server-wsus-flaw-exploited-in-attacks/ Types: Press/Media Coverage -
CVE Modified by af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Oct. 27, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference https://hawktrace.com/blog/CVE-2025-59287 Added Reference https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/cisa-orders-feds-to-patch-windows-server-wsus-flaw-exploited-in-attacks/ -
Initial Analysis by [email protected]
Oct. 27, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CPE Configuration OR *cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2012:r2:*:*:*:*:*:*:* *cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2012:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:* *cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2016:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions up to (excluding) 10.0.14393.8524 *cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2019:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions up to (excluding) 10.0.17763.7922 *cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2022:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions up to (excluding) 10.0.20348.4297 *cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2022_23h2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions up to (excluding) 10.0.25398.1916 *cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2025:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions up to (excluding) 10.0.26100.6905 Added Reference Type CISA-ADP: https://gist.github.com/hawktrace/880b54fb9c07ddb028baaae401bd3951 Types: Third Party Advisory Added Reference Type Microsoft Corporation: https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2025-59287 Types: Vendor Advisory Added Reference Type CISA-ADP: https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2025-59287 Types: Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource -
CVE CISA KEV Update by 9119a7d8-5eab-497f-8521-727c672e3725
Oct. 25, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Date Added 2025-10-24 Added Due Date 2025-11-14 Added Required Action Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Added Vulnerability Name Microsoft Windows Server Update Service (WSUS) Deserialization of Untrusted Data Vulnerability -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Oct. 24, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2025-59287 -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Oct. 20, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference https://gist.github.com/hawktrace/880b54fb9c07ddb028baaae401bd3951 -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
Oct. 14, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description Deserialization of untrusted data in Windows Server Update Service allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Added CWE CWE-502 Added Reference https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2025-59287