How severe is CVE-2025-6181?

CVE-2025-6181 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2025-6181 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (4th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2025-6181?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2025-6181 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2025-6181 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-25351.

When was CVE-2025-6181 published?

CVE-2025-6181 was published on 2025-08-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2025-6181

CVE-2025-6181 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-78.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 4.0 base score 8.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (4th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2025-25351
Weakness: CWE-78
Published: 2025-08-20
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The StrongDM Windows service incorrectly handled input validation. Authenticated attackers could potentially exploit this leading to privilege escalation.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-6181?: The StrongDM Windows service incorrectly handled input validation. Authenticated attackers could potentially exploit this leading to privilege escalation.
How severe is CVE-2025-6181?: CVE-2025-6181 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2025-6181 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (4th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-6181?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2025-6181 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2025-6181 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-25351.
When was CVE-2025-6181 published?: CVE-2025-6181 was published on 2025-08-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://security.strongdm.com/?tcuUid=56fde839-9388-4361-8d3b-9baa7b2de2ed

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