Advisory Details

November 26th, 2025

VIPRE Advanced Security Incorrect Permission Assignment Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

CVE ID	CVE-2025-13703
CVSS SCORE	7.8, AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
AFFECTED VENDORS	VIPRE
AFFECTED PRODUCTS	Advanced Security
VULNERABILITY DETAILS	This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of VIPRE Advanced Security for PC. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the product installer. The issue results from incorrect permissions on a folder. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS	VIPRE has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at: https://success.vipre.com/home-windows-release-notes/home-windows-release-notes-20250925
DISCLOSURE TIMELINE	2025-06-05 - Vulnerability reported to vendor 2025-11-26 - Coordinated public release of advisory 2025-11-26 - Advisory Updated
CREDIT	Adam Babis

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