CVE-2026-21228
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Improper Certificate Validation in Azure Local Enables Remote Code Execution

Publication date: 2026-02-10

Last updated on: 2026-02-25

Assigner: Microsoft Corporation

Description
Improper certificate validation in Azure Local allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
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Published
2026-02-10
Last Modified
2026-02-25
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-02-10
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-21228
EUVD
EUVD-2026-7310
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Vendor Product Version / Range
microsoft azure_local to 2510.0.3002 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-295 The product does not validate, or incorrectly validates, a certificate.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves improper certificate validation in Azure Local, which means that the system does not correctly verify the authenticity of certificates.

As a result, an unauthorized attacker can exploit this flaw to execute code remotely over a network.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability can lead to remote code execution by an unauthorized attacker, which means attackers could potentially run malicious code on your system without permission.

This can compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your data and systems.

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