CVE-2025-56503
Medium
Description
An issue in Sublime HQ Pty Ltd Sublime Text 4 4200 allows authenticated attackers with low-level privileges to escalate privileges to Administrator via replacing the uninstall file with a crafted binary in the installation folder. NOTE: this is disputed by the Supplier because replacing the uninstall file requires administrator permissions, i.e., there is no privilege escalation.
SeverityMedium
CVSS6.5
Exploit probability—
ProductSublime Text
PublishedNov 10, 2025
First seenNov 10, 2025
Weakness typeCWE-266CWE-266
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Sublime HQ Pty Ltd Sublime Text | 4 4200 | — |
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