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Code Execution / Escalation of Privileges in ThrottleStop

Published Aug 6, 2025

Description

ThrottleStop.sys, a legitimate driver, exposes two IOCTL interfaces that allow arbitrary read and write access to physical memory via the MmMapIoSpace function. This insecure implementation can be exploited by a malicious user-mode application to patch the running Windows kernel and invoke arbitrary kernel functions with ring-0 privileges. The vulnerability enables local attackers to execute arbitrary code in kernel context, resulting in privilege escalation and potential follow-on attacks, such as disabling security software or bypassing kernel-level protections. ThrottleStop.sys version 3.0.0.0 and possibly others are affected. Apply updates per vendor instructions.

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Sources
CVE.org / MITRE
Status PUBLISHED
Assigner Kaspersky
Published Aug 6, 2025
Updated Aug 6, 2025
Reserved Jul 17, 2025
CISA Vulnrichment
Updated Aug 6, 2025
NVD
Status Deferred
Modified Jun 17, 2026
Red Hat
Severity n/a
Public date n/a