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Microsoft Security Response CenterCVE-2026-40381

Azure Connected Machine Agent Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

HighVendor CVSS 7.8 / 10 1 CVE Published May 12, 2026 at 7:00 AM UTC

Summary

Improper access control in Azure Connected Machine Agent allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Products covered

  • Azure Connected Machine Agent

Remediation

Release Notes

Vendor-listed fixes

  • 1.63

CVEs in this advisory 1

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