Play Ransomware Exploits Windows CLFS Zero-Day (CVE-2025-29824)

Play ransomware gang exploited Windows Common Log File System privilege escalation bug as zero-day. Used PipeMagic trojan to deliver exploits and ransomware payloads.

**Associated CVEs:** CVE-2025-29824

**Source:** https://thehackernews.com/2025/05/play-ransomware-exploited-windows-cve.html

**Recommended Actions:** - Apply security patches immediately if available - Monitor for indicators of compromise - Review and update security configurations - Implement network segmentation where applicable