CVE-2025-4660

Remote Code Execution in Windows Secure Connector/ HPS Inspection Engine via Insecure Named Pipe Access

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the Windows agent component of SecureConnector due to improper access controls on a named pipe. The pipe is accessible to the Everyone group and does not restrict remote connections, allowing any network-based attacker to connect without authentication. By interacting with this pipe, an attacker can redirect the agent to communicate with a rogue server that can issue commands via the SecureConnector Agent.  This does not impact Linux or OSX Secure Connector.

Category

8.7
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 4.0 •
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.19%
Affected: Forescout SecureConnector
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-4660?
CVE-2025-4660 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-4660?
To fix CVE-2025-4660, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2025-4660 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-4660 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2025-4660?
CVE-2025-4660 affects Forescout SecureConnector.
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