CVE-2026-26117
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.44%
Last modified
CVE-2026-26117 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel in Azure Windows Virtual Machine Agent allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel in Azure Windows Virtual Machine Agent allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Arc Enabled Servers Azure Connected Machine Agent | >= 1.0.0, < 1.61 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-26117?
Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel in Azure Windows Virtual Machine Agent allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-26117?
CVE-2026-26117 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-26117?
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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