CVE-2020-16904: Azure Functions Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
<p>An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in the way Azure Functions validate access keys.</p> <p>An unauthenticated attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could invoke an HTTP Function without proper authorization.</p> <p>This security update addresses the vulnerability by correctly validating access keys used to access HTTP Functions.</p>
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An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in the way Azure Functions validate access keys.An unauthenticated attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could invoke an HTTP Function without proper authorization.This security update addresses the vulnerability by correctly validating access keys used to access HTTP Functions., aka 'Azure Functions Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-16904?
CVE-2020-16904 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16904?
To remediate CVE-2020-16904, ensure that you are using the latest version of Azure Functions that includes the security updates.
Who can be impacted by CVE-2020-16904?
Any organization utilizing Azure Functions could be impacted by CVE-2020-16904 if they do not properly secure their access keys.
What does CVE-2020-16904 allow an attacker to do?
CVE-2020-16904 allows an unauthenticated attacker to invoke HTTP Functions without proper authorization.
Is CVE-2020-16904 a common vulnerability in Azure Functions?
CVE-2020-16904 is a specific vulnerability related to access key validation and may not be commonly encountered if proper security practices are followed.