CVE-2025-53768CWE-362CWE-416

Xbox IStorageService Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

High · published October 14, 2025

CVSS v3.1
7.8
EPSS
0%
Percentile
23.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A sneaky use after free vulnerability in Xbox can let an authorized attacker level up their access like a pro gamer with a cheat code! 🎮 Think of it like playing in a game lobby where a bug allows a player to grab hidden power-ups without following the rules—what a twist! If this vulnerability is exploited, an attacker could gain elevated privileges on the Xbox system, potentially accessing sensitive data or altering system settings. This could lead to unauthorized control and create chaos in an otherwise secure environment—definitely not the kind of surprise you want during a gaming session!

Put simply

Think of it like playing in a game lobby where a bug allows a player to grab hidden power-ups without following the rules—what a twist! This use after free flaw occurs when memory is accessed after it has already been freed, allowing attackers to manipulate the execution flow and escalate their privileges locally on the Xbox device.

What to do

If this vulnerability is exploited, an attacker could gain elevated privileges on the Xbox system, potentially accessing sensitive data or altering system settings. This could lead to unauthorized control and create chaos in an otherwise secure environment—definitely not the kind of surprise you want during a gaming session! To mitigate this vulnerability, ensure that your Xbox is updated to the latest firmware version, as patches are likely to include fixes for this issue. Additionally, monitor user permissions and audit any third-party applications for potential risks. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems updated to ensure a smooth gaming experience! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
7.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00317 · 23.4th percentile
Weaknesses
CWE-362 · Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization ('Race Condition'); CWE-416 · Use After Free
Published
2025-10-14T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 OCT 17:00Z
    Xbox IStorageService Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
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