How severe is CVE-2025-9968?

CVE-2025-9968 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2025-9968 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (8th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2025-9968?

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-2025-9968 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2025-9968 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-34042.

When was CVE-2025-9968 published?

CVE-2025-9968 was published on 2025-10-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2025-9968

CVE-2025-9968 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-59.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 4.0 base score 8.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (8th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2025-34042
Weakness: CWE-59
Published: 2025-10-13
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A link following vulnerability exists in the UnifyScanner component of Armoury Crate. This vulnerability may be triggered by creating a specially crafted junction, potentially leading to local privilege escalation. For more information, please refer to section 'Security Update for Armoury Crate App' in the ASUS Security Advisory.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-9968?: A link following vulnerability exists in the UnifyScanner component of Armoury Crate. This vulnerability may be triggered by creating a specially crafted junction, potentially leading to local privilege escalation. For more information, please refer to section 'Security Update for Armoury Crate App' in the ASUS Security Advisory.
How severe is CVE-2025-9968?: CVE-2025-9968 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2025-9968 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (8th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-9968?: 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-2025-9968 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2025-9968 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-34042.
When was CVE-2025-9968 published?: CVE-2025-9968 was published on 2025-10-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.asus.com/security-advisory/

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