Azure Network Watcher VM Agent Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
CVE-2023-36737

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Azure Network Watcher Vm Extension
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 October 2023

Summary

The Azure Network Watcher VM Agent is susceptible to an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to improper permissions management. This flaw may allow an attacker to elevate their access rights, potentially compromising the security of affected systems. It is critical for users of the Azure Network Watcher VM Agent to understand and address this vulnerability promptly.

Affected Version(s)

Azure Network Watcher VM Extension Unknown 1.0.0.0 < 1.4.2798.3

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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