CVE-2026-42822

Name: CVE-2026-42822
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-05-18T18:17:34.5+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

CRITICALCVSS 10/10EPSS 0.49%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-42822 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 10/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper authentication in Azure Local Disconnected Operations allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.. EPSS estimates a 0.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper authentication in Azure Local Disconnected Operations allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

10/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.49%

38.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Azure Local	< 2604.2.25645
Microsoft	Azure Resource Manager	All versions

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-42822Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 18, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-42822?

Improper authentication in Azure Local Disconnected Operations allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

How severe is CVE-2026-42822?

CVE-2026-42822 has a CVSS score of 10/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-42822?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2026-42822?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

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Source: NVD / NIST