Azure Network Watcher VM Agent Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

CVE-2024-38188

What is CVE-2024-38188?

The vulnerability in Azure Network Watcher VM Agent relates to an elevation of privilege issue, which can be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive system resources. Successfully leveraging this exploit could lead to severe implications for system security and integrity. As a critical component of Microsoft's Azure infrastructure, the VM Agent requires immediate attention to mitigate risks associated with unauthorized access.

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