CVE-2026-26117
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Authentication Bypass in Azure VM Agent Enables Local Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-03-10

Last updated on: 2026-03-13

Assigner: Microsoft Corporation

Description
Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel in Azure Windows Virtual Machine Agent allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
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Published
2026-03-10
Last Modified
2026-03-13
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-03-10
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-26117
EUVD
EUVD-2026-10687
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Vendor Product Version / Range
microsoft arc_enabled_servers_azure_connected_machine_agent From 1.0.0 (inc) to 1.61 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-288 The product requires authentication, but the product has an alternate path or channel that does not require authentication.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves an authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel in the Azure Windows Virtual Machine Agent. It allows an authorized attacker to elevate their privileges locally on the affected system.

Impact Analysis

The impact of this vulnerability is an elevation of privilege, which means an attacker who already has some level of access can gain higher privileges on the system. This can lead to full control over the affected machine, potentially compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

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