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Vulnerability Database/CVE-2025-54113

CVE-2025-54113: Windows Server 2008 Buffer Overflow Flaw

CVE-2025-54113 is a heap-based buffer overflow in Windows Server 2008 RRAS that enables remote code execution. This article covers technical details, affected versions, security impact, and mitigation strategies.

Published: April 15, 2026

CVE-2025-54113 Overview

A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the Windows Routing and Remote Access Service (RRAS) that allows an unauthorized attacker to execute arbitrary code over a network. This memory corruption flaw in the RRAS component can be exploited remotely without requiring authentication, though user interaction is necessary for successful exploitation. The vulnerability impacts a wide range of Windows Server versions, from legacy systems like Windows Server 2008 to the latest Windows Server 2025.

Critical Impact

Remote code execution via heap-based buffer overflow in RRAS could allow attackers to gain complete control over affected Windows Server systems, potentially compromising entire network infrastructures.

Affected Products

  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008 (SP2, R2 SP1)
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2012 (including R2)
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2016
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2019
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2022
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2022 23H2
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2025

Discovery Timeline

  • 2025-09-09 - CVE-2025-54113 published to NVD
  • 2025-10-01 - Last updated in NVD database

Technical Details for CVE-2025-54113

Vulnerability Analysis

This vulnerability is classified as CWE-122 (Heap-based Buffer Overflow), a type of memory corruption vulnerability where data is written beyond the bounds of allocated heap memory. In the context of Windows RRAS, this overflow occurs when processing specially crafted network requests. The heap overflow condition allows an attacker to corrupt adjacent memory structures, potentially overwriting function pointers or other critical data to redirect program execution.

The attack requires network access to the vulnerable RRAS service and some form of user interaction. Once exploited, an attacker can achieve full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability on the target system, gaining the ability to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the RRAS service.

Root Cause

The root cause is improper boundary checking when handling input data within the Routing and Remote Access Service component. When RRAS processes certain network requests, it fails to properly validate the length of incoming data before copying it to a heap-allocated buffer. This missing bounds validation allows attackers to provide oversized input that overflows the allocated buffer and corrupts adjacent heap memory.

Attack Vector

The attack is network-based, meaning an attacker can exploit this vulnerability remotely without requiring local access to the target system. No authentication is required to reach the vulnerable code path, though some level of user interaction is necessary for successful exploitation. This could involve tricking a user into initiating a connection through the RRAS service or processing a malicious response.

An attacker would craft a malicious network packet or series of packets designed to trigger the buffer overflow in RRAS. The exploitation typically involves:

  1. Establishing a connection to the target RRAS service
  2. Sending specially crafted data that exceeds expected buffer boundaries
  3. Overwriting heap metadata or adjacent heap objects to gain code execution
  4. Achieving arbitrary code execution with RRAS service privileges

For detailed technical information about this vulnerability, refer to the Microsoft Security Advisory.

Detection Methods for CVE-2025-54113

Indicators of Compromise

  • Unusual network traffic patterns targeting RRAS service ports
  • Unexpected RRAS service crashes or restarts indicating exploitation attempts
  • Memory access violations or heap corruption alerts in Windows Event Logs related to RRAS
  • Anomalous outbound network connections from servers running RRAS

Detection Strategies

  • Monitor Windows Event Logs for Application Error events related to rasman.dll, mprdim.dll, or other RRAS-related components
  • Deploy network intrusion detection rules to identify malformed RRAS protocol traffic
  • Enable crash dump analysis for the RRAS service to capture exploitation attempts
  • Use SentinelOne's behavioral AI to detect heap spray and buffer overflow exploitation techniques

Monitoring Recommendations

  • Enable verbose logging for the Routing and Remote Access Service
  • Implement network traffic analysis on interfaces where RRAS is exposed
  • Configure alerts for unexpected RRAS service terminations or restarts
  • Monitor for privilege escalation attempts following suspicious RRAS activity

How to Mitigate CVE-2025-54113

Immediate Actions Required

  • Apply Microsoft's security updates for CVE-2025-54113 immediately on all affected Windows Server systems
  • Disable the Routing and Remote Access Service if not actively required in your environment
  • Implement network segmentation to limit exposure of RRAS services to untrusted networks
  • Review firewall rules to restrict access to RRAS-related ports from unauthorized sources

Patch Information

Microsoft has released security updates to address this vulnerability. Administrators should download and apply the appropriate patches from the Microsoft Security Update Guide for CVE-2025-54113. The patches are available for all affected Windows Server versions from 2008 through 2025.

Workarounds

  • Disable RRAS service on systems where it is not required using Set-Service RemoteAccess -StartupType Disabled
  • Use Windows Firewall to block inbound connections to RRAS service ports from untrusted networks
  • Implement network-level authentication requirements where possible to reduce attack surface
  • Consider deploying a VPN gateway on a hardened appliance as an alternative to Windows RRAS
bash
# Disable RRAS service if not required
Stop-Service RemoteAccess
Set-Service RemoteAccess -StartupType Disabled

# Verify service is disabled
Get-Service RemoteAccess | Select-Object Name, Status, StartType

Disclaimer: This content was generated using AI. While we strive for accuracy, please verify critical information with official sources.

  • Vulnerability Details
  • TypeBuffer Overflow

  • Vendor/TechWindows

  • SeverityHIGH

  • CVSS Score8.8

  • EPSS Probability0.10%

  • Known ExploitedNo
  • CVSS Vector
  • CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
  • Impact Assessment
  • ConfidentialityLow
  • IntegrityHigh
  • AvailabilityHigh
  • CWE References
  • CWE-122
  • Vendor Resources
  • Microsoft CVE-2025-54113 Advisory
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  • CVE-2026-35199: SymCrypt Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

  • CVE-2026-24288: Windows Mobile Broadband Buffer Overflow
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