CVE-2019-0962
First published: Mon Jul 15 2019(Updated: )
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Azure Automation "RunAs account" runbooks for users with contributor role, aka 'Azure Automation Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Azure Automation |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-0962?
CVE-2019-0962 has a severity rating that allows unprivileged users with a contributor role to execute unauthorized actions in Azure Automation.
How do I fix CVE-2019-0962?
To mitigate CVE-2019-0962, you should review and adjust permissions for 'RunAs accounts' in your Azure Automation environments.
Who is affected by CVE-2019-0962?
CVE-2019-0962 affects users with the contributor role in Azure Automation who have access to 'RunAs account' runbooks.
What is a RunAs account in the context of CVE-2019-0962?
In CVE-2019-0962, a RunAs account allows automated runbooks in Azure Automation to perform actions on behalf of users.
Can CVE-2019-0962 lead to a data breach?
Yes, CVE-2019-0962 can potentially lead to a data breach as it allows unauthorized elevation of privileges within Azure Automation.
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