CVE-2026-24301
Received Received - Intake

Command Injection in Microsoft Copilot

Publication date: 2026-08-18

Last updated on: 2026-08-18

Assigner: Microsoft Corporation

Description
Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Microsoft Copilot allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network.

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Published
2026-08-18
Last Modified
2026-08-18
Generated
2026-08-18
AI Q&A
2026-08-18
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-24301
EUVD
EUVD-2026-60762

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microsoft copilot *

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Exploitability

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CWE ID Description
CWE-77 The product constructs all or part of a command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended command when it is sent to a downstream component.

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Executive Summary

This is a command injection vulnerability in Microsoft Copilot where improper neutralization of special elements allows unauthorized attackers to execute commands and disclose information over a network.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information, potentially leading to data breaches or further system compromise.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized information disclosure, violating data protection requirements under GDPR and HIPAA, potentially resulting in legal penalties and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security updates from Microsoft for Copilot immediately to patch the command injection vulnerability. Monitor network traffic for unusual activity and restrict unauthorized access to Copilot interfaces.

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