Improper Access Control in Windows Admin Center by Microsoft
CVE-2026-41086

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows Admin Center In Azure Portal
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 May 2026

What is CVE-2026-41086?

The Windows Admin Center has a vulnerability that enables an authorized attacker to exploit improper access control, allowing them to elevate their privileges over a network. This could lead to unauthorized access and control over sensitive operations within the affected system. It is imperative for users to apply the latest security updates to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

Windows Admin Center in Azure Portal 1.0 < 2.6.7

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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