Vulnerability · Published Apr 28, 2025 · Assigned by jpcert
CVE-2025-42598
High 7.8
In plain English
A high-severity incorrect default permissions in SEIKO EPSON printer drivers for Windows OS from SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. There are no confirmed reports of exploitation so far. The chance it is exploited in the next 30 days is estimated at 0.2% (higher than 11% of all known vulnerabilities).
Official description
Multiple SEIKO EPSON printer drivers for Windows OS are configured with an improper access permission settings when installed or used in a language other than English. If a user is directed to place a crafted DLL file in a location of an attacker's choosing, the attacker may execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privilege on a Windows system on which the printer driver is installed.
Affected products (as reported)
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION | SEIKO EPSON printer drivers for Windows OS | see the information provided by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. |
Weakness: CWE-276 · Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H