CVE WatchAug 11, 2026

CVE-2026-50516

Missing authentication for critical function in Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges ove

CVSS

9.4

Critical

EPSS

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KEV

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Exploit Today

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0-100

Published: Aug 11, 2026 · Last modified: Aug 11, 2026 · CWE-306

EPSS · 30d

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Technical description

Missing authentication for critical function in Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

Official references

msrc.microsoft.comhttps://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-50516

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