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CVE-2026-50481

Microsoft Azure Active Directory vulnerability

9.9 CRITICALEPSS 0.82%
  1. Published6 Aug 2026

Description

Modification of assumed-immutable data (maid) in Azure Active Directory allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredLow
User interactionNone
ScopeChanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityLow
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:L

Affected products

Microsoft Azure Active Directoryall versions

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2026-50481 being actively exploited?

CVE-2026-50481 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.82%.

How severe is CVE-2026-50481?

CVE-2026-50481 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.9, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.82% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-50481?

Affected products include Microsoft Azure Active Directory.

How do I fix CVE-2026-50481?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.