CVE-2026-56163: Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Published Jul 23, 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
Jul 23, 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
Jul 24, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:36 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-56163?
The severity of CVE-2026-56163 is rated as critical with a score of 10.
2
How does CVE-2026-56163 impact Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service?
CVE-2026-56163 allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges within the Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service.
3
How do I fix CVE-2026-56163?
To fix CVE-2026-56163, ensure that you apply the latest security updates from Microsoft for Azure Kubernetes Service.
4
What type of attack vector can exploit CVE-2026-56163?
CVE-2026-56163 can be exploited over a network with no prior authentication required.
5
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2026-56163?
No, user interaction is not required to exploit CVE-2026-56163.