CVE-2025-26685
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.63%
Last modified
CVE-2025-26685 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper authentication in Microsoft Defender for Identity allows an unauthorized attacker to perform spoofing over an adjacent network.. EPSS estimates a 0.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper authentication in Microsoft Defender for Identity allows an unauthorized attacker to perform spoofing over an adjacent network.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Defender For Identity | All versions |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-26685?
Improper authentication in Microsoft Defender for Identity allows an unauthorized attacker to perform spoofing over an adjacent network.
How severe is CVE-2025-26685?
CVE-2025-26685 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-26685?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
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