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Microsoft Patch Tuesday, July 2025 Edition: A Comprehensive Review of the Latest Security Vulnerabilities



Microsoft Patch Tuesday, July 2025 Edition: A Comprehensive Review of the Latest Security Vulnerabilities. In this latest patch cycle, Microsoft addressed at least 137 security vulnerabilities in its Windows operating systems and supported software. The update includes fixes for various Windows versions, including Windows 10 and Windows Server, as well as critical vulnerabilities that could be exploited to seize control over vulnerable Windows PCs.

  • Microsoft released security patches to address at least 137 vulnerabilities in its Windows operating systems and supported software.
  • The latest patch cycle includes critical vulnerabilities that could be exploited by malicious actors, including 14 rated as "critical" with little or no user interaction required.
  • A significant vulnerability, CVE-2025-49719, affects all versions of SQL Server from 2016 onwards and can be exploited without authentication.
  • Another critical vulnerability, CVE-2025-47981, has a CVSS score of 9.8 and can be exploited to execute arbitrary code on Windows client machines running Windows 10 1607 or above.
  • Microsoft patched at least four critical remote code execution flaws in Office, including those that don't require user interaction.
  • A vulnerability (CVE-2025-47178) allows an attacker to execute arbitrary SQL queries as a privileged account, granting broad control over the IT environment.
  • Adobe released security updates for various software, including After Effects, Adobe Audition, Illustrator, and ColdFusion, to protect against known vulnerabilities.



  • Microsoft has released a slew of security patches to address at least 137 security vulnerabilities in its Windows operating systems and supported software. The latest patch cycle, which took place on July 8, 2025, brings much-needed relief to organizations with Windows-based systems, as it provides a comprehensive update to fix numerous weaknesses that could be exploited by malicious actors.

    The Microsoft Patch Tuesday release includes updates for various Windows versions, including Windows 10 and Windows Server. The severity of the vulnerabilities ranges from low to critical, depending on the impact they could have on an organization's security posture. Among the critical vulnerabilities are 14 that have earned Microsoft's most dire "critical" rating, which means they could be exploited to seize control over vulnerable Windows PCs with little or no help from users.

    One of the most significant vulnerabilities addressed in this patch cycle is CVE-2025-49719, a publicly disclosed information disclosure vulnerability that affects all versions of SQL Server as far back as 2016. This bug can be exploited without authentication, and it has been noted by Mike Walters, co-founder of Action1, that many third-party applications depend on SQL server and the affected drivers – potentially introducing a supply-chain risk that extends beyond direct SQL Server users.

    According to Walters, the potential exposure of sensitive information makes this a high-priority concern for organizations handling valuable or regulated data. Furthermore, the comprehensive nature of the affected versions, spanning multiple SQL Server releases from 2016 through 2022, indicates a fundamental issue in how SQL Server handles memory management and input validation.

    Adam Barnett at Rapid7 noted that today is the end of the road for SQL Server 2012, meaning there will be no future security patches even for critical vulnerabilities, even if you're willing to pay Microsoft for the privilege. This highlights the importance of keeping up-to-date with the latest operating system and software updates, particularly when it comes to vulnerable systems like SQL Server 2012.

    Another significant vulnerability addressed in this patch cycle is CVE-2025-47981, a remote code execution bug that affects any Windows client machine running Windows 10 1607 or above, as well as all current versions of Windows Server. This pre-authentication vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.8 and can be exploited to execute arbitrary code on the system.

    Microsoft also patched at least four critical, remote code execution flaws in Office (CVE-2025-49695, CVE-2025-49696, CVE-2025-49697, CVE-2025-49702). The first two are both rated by Microsoft as having a higher likelihood of exploitation and do not require user interaction – they can be triggered through the Preview Pane.

    Two more high-severity bugs include CVE-2025-49740 (CVSS 8.8) and CVE-2025-47178 (CVSS 8.0). The former involves a weakness that could allow malicious files to bypass screening by Microsoft Defender SmartScreen, a built-in feature of Windows that tries to block untrusted downloads and malicious sites.

    In the case of CVE-2025-47178, this vulnerability is particularly concerning as it requires very low privileges to exploit – even for users or attackers with a read-only access role. According to Ben Hopkins at Immersive Labs, exploiting this vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary SQL queries as the privileged SMS service account in Microsoft Configuration Manager.

    This access can be used to manipulate deployments, push malicious software or scripts to all managed devices, alter configurations, steal sensitive data, and potentially escalate to full operating system code execution across the enterprise – giving the attacker broad control over the entire IT environment. This highlights the importance of having robust security measures in place, particularly when it comes to managing and securing computers, servers, and devices across a network.

    Separately, Adobe has released security updates for a broad range of software, including After Effects, Adobe Audition, Illustrator, FrameMaker, and ColdFusion. These updates are an essential part of any organization's security strategy, as they help protect against known vulnerabilities that could be exploited by malicious actors.

    In conclusion, Microsoft Patch Tuesday, July 2025 Edition provides a comprehensive update to fix numerous security vulnerabilities in Windows operating systems and supported software. The severity of the vulnerabilities ranges from low to critical, depending on the impact they could have on an organization's security posture. It is essential for organizations with Windows-based systems to prioritize patching these vulnerabilities as soon as possible.

    If you are responsible for administering a number of Windows systems, it may be worth keeping an eye on AskWoody for the lowdown on any potentially wonky updates. If you're a Windows home user, please consider backing up your data and/or drive before installing any patches, and drop a note in the comments if you encounter any problems with these updates.



    Related Information:
  • https://www.ethicalhackingnews.com/articles/Microsoft-Patch-Tuesday-July-2025-Edition-A-Comprehensive-Review-of-the-Latest-Security-Vulnerabilities-ehn.shtml

  • https://krebsonsecurity.com/2025/07/microsoft-patch-tuesday-july-2025-edition/

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-49719

  • https://www.cvedetails.com/cve/CVE-2025-49719/

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-47981

  • https://www.cvedetails.com/cve/CVE-2025-47981/

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-49695

  • https://www.cvedetails.com/cve/CVE-2025-49695/

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-49696

  • https://www.cvedetails.com/cve/CVE-2025-49696/

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-49697

  • https://www.cvedetails.com/cve/CVE-2025-49697/

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-49702

  • https://www.cvedetails.com/cve/CVE-2025-49702/

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-47178

  • https://www.cvedetails.com/cve/CVE-2025-47178/

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-49740

  • https://www.cvedetails.com/cve/CVE-2025-49740/


  • Published: Tue Jul 8 20:21:45 2025 by llama3.2 3B Q4_K_M













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