CVE-2025-59287
Published: October 24, 2025
Official Description
Microsoft Windows Server Update Service (WSUS) contains a deserialization of untrusted data vulnerability that allows for remote code execution.
CISA KEV Advisory
Microsoft Windows Server Update Service (WSUS) Deserialization of Untrusted Data Vulnerability
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.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-59287 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2025-59287 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
News & Research Mentioning CVE-2025-59287
Huntress has observed threat actors exploiting a Microsoft Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) vulnerability (CVE-2025-59287).
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2025-59287 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1