# CVE-2025-0413: Parallels Desktop Technical Data Reporter Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

CVE-2025-0413 is fixed in Parallels Client on 1 platform by Parallels Client 20.2.25889 (version 20.2.25889), released February 28, 2025. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2025-0413
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 7.8
- EPSS: 0.0042
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Feb 5, 2025
- Weakness: CWE-59: Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')
- Vendor advisory: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-0413

## Description

Parallels Desktop Technical Data Reporter Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability.  This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels Desktop. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target host system in order to exploit this vulnerability.  The specific flaw exists within the Technical Data Reporter component. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to change the permissions of arbitrary files. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-25014.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows apps | Parallels Client | 20.2.25889 | [Parallels Client 20.2.25889](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/windows-app/parallels.parallels-20.2.25889.md) | Feb 28, 2025 |

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