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CriticalCVE-2026-56162active

Azure SQL Database Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Published August 6, 2026Updated August 6, 2026

Source data

Overview

Improper authentication in Azure SQL Database allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

Impact & technical details

Elevation of Privilege

Why are there no links to an update or instructions with steps that must be taken to protect from this vulnerability? This vulnerability has already been fully mitigated by Microsoft. There is no action for users of this service to take. The purpose of this CVE is to provide further transparency. Please see Toward greater transparency: Unveiling Cloud Service CVEs for more information.

CVSS base score
10.0 / 10
CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C

Highest base score supplied by MSRC for this record; the vector belongs to that score. Ratings can vary by product. Microsoft Important is displayed as High; Moderate is displayed as Medium.

Affected products

  • Azure SQL Database

Source guidance

Remediation

The source provides update references without a separate remediation summary. Review the applicable update links below.

Patch availability is not confirmed by this dataset. Consult the vendor before selecting a remediation.

GTP recommendation · Rule-based guidance

Recommended next step

Review affected Microsoft products and apply the applicable security updates through your organization's normal patch-management process. Confirm availability and prerequisites in the Microsoft advisory.

Authoritative sources & updates

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