CVE-2026-50516: Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Published Aug 6, 2026
·Updated
Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Other sources
Missing authentication for critical function in Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
— Microsoft
Affected Software
2 affected components
Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service
Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service
Event History
Aug 6, 2026
CVE Published
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Description
Aug 11, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:07 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-50516?
CVE-2026-50516 has a critical severity rating of 9.4.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-50516?
To mitigate CVE-2026-50516, ensure that proper authentication is implemented for critical functions in Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service.
3
What are the risks associated with CVE-2026-50516?
CVE-2026-50516 allows unauthorized attackers to elevate their privileges, posing significant security risks.
4
What systems are affected by CVE-2026-50516?
CVE-2026-50516 affects Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service.
5
When was CVE-2026-50516 published?
CVE-2026-50516 was published on August 6, 2026.