CVE-2026-26148
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 0.36%
Last modified
CVE-2026-26148 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. External initialization of trusted variables or data stores in Azure Entra ID allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
External initialization of trusted variables or data stores in Azure Entra ID allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Azure Ad Ssh Login Extension For Linux | >= 1.0.0, < 1.0.033370002 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-26148?
External initialization of trusted variables or data stores in Azure Entra ID allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-26148?
CVE-2026-26148 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-26148?
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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