#VU123713 Improper Authentication in Azure Automation Hybrid Worker Windows Extension - CVE-2026-26141

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#VU123713 Improper Authentication in Azure Automation Hybrid Worker Windows Extension - CVE-2026-26141

Published: March 10, 2026


Vulnerability identifier: #VU123713
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2026-26141
CWE-ID: CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Azure Automation Hybrid Worker Windows Extension
Software vendor:
Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error when processing authentication requests in Hybrid Worker Extension (Arc‑enabled Windows VMs). A local user can bypass authentication process and gain elevated privileges on the system.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

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