CVE-2026-40417
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.27%
Last modified
CVE-2026-40417 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Weak authentication in Dynamics Business Central allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Weak authentication in Dynamics Business Central 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 | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Dynamics 365 Business Central | 2024 | Release Wave 2 |
| Microsoft | Dynamics 365 Business Central | 2025 | Release Wave 1 |
| Microsoft | Dynamics 365 Business Central | 2026 | Release Wave 1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-40417?
Weak authentication in Dynamics Business Central allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-40417?
CVE-2026-40417 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-40417?
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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