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8.8

Microsoft Entra ID can let attacker raise privileges

CVE-2026-83941 · published 1 month ago
Summary

Microsoft Entra ID may allow someone who already has limited access to increase their rights and obtain full control over the network. The problem occurs because the system does not properly verify a user's permissions before performing certain actions. Install the latest Microsoft update and review your access policies to limit who can make changes.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
microsoft microsoft entra -
microsoft entra_id All versions
cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:entra_id:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Entra ID Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Missing authorization in Entra ID allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 3 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically
  • Gives an attacker full control
Severity
8.8 High
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-862Missing Authorization
Timeline
Published8 Sep 2026
Updated9 Oct 2026
First seen8 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2026-83941 · NVD
CVE-2026-83941 · MITRE
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