Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability in Azure Network Watcher VM Extension by Microsoft

CVE-2025-21188

What is CVE-2025-21188?

The Azure Network Watcher VM Extension is affected by a vulnerability that allows attackers to escalate privileges. This could enable unauthorized users to gain elevated access to sensitive features and configurations, potentially leading to significant security risks in cloud environments. It is crucial for users to stay informed about potential attack vectors and to apply patches or mitigations as recommended by the vendor to safeguard their systems and data.

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