Microsoft Patch Tuesday: October 2025 Edition
Microsoft has released software updates to fix 172 security vulnerabilities in its Windows operating systems, including two that are being actively exploited.
October's Patch Tuesday marks the end of security updates for Windows 10 systems. Users unable or unwilling to migrate to Windows 11 are advised to explore alternative options.
Vulnerabilities Addressed
- CVE-2025-24990: A zero-day bug in the Agere Modem driver, which has been bundled with Windows for two decades. Microsoft has removed the vulnerable driver from Windows.
- CVE-2025-59230: A zero-day elevation of privilege vulnerability in Windows Remote Access Connection Manager (RasMan), used for managing remote network connections through VPNs and dial-up networks.
Microsoft responded to active attacks on these flaws by taking corrective measures.
Author's summary: Microsoft releases final security updates for Windows 10.
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