CVE-2026-63522

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Incorrect Permission Assignment in Azure SQL Database Allows Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-08-11

Last updated on: 2026-08-17

Assigner: Microsoft Corporation

Description

Incorrect permission assignment for critical resource in Azure SQL Database allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-08-11

Last Modified

2026-08-17

Generated

2026-09-01

AI Q&A

2026-08-11

EPSS Evaluated

2026-08-30

NVD

CVE-2026-63522

EUVD

EUVD-2026-56769

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
microsoft	azure_sql_database	*

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-732	The product specifies permissions for a security-critical resource in a way that allows that resource to be read or modified by unintended actors.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves incorrect permission settings for a critical resource in Azure SQL Database. An authorized attacker could exploit this to gain higher privileges locally within the system.

Detection Guidance

Detection requires reviewing Azure SQL Database permissions for critical resources. Check for misconfigured roles or excessive privileges assigned to users. Use Azure CLI or PowerShell commands to audit permissions and compare against baseline configurations.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could escalate their privileges, potentially accessing sensitive data or performing unauthorized actions in Azure SQL Database. This could lead to data breaches or system compromise.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could result in unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating compliance requirements for GDPR, HIPAA, or other regulations. Organizations may face penalties or legal consequences.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security updates from Microsoft for Azure SQL Database to correct permission assignments. Review and restrict local user permissions to prevent privilege escalation.

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