CVE-2026-65668: Microsoft Purview eDiscovery Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Published Aug 6, 2026
·Updated
Improper access control in Microsoft Purview eDiscovery allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
Other sources
Microsoft Purview eDiscovery Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft Purview eDiscovery
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
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:37 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-65668?
CVE-2026-65668 has a severity rating of high with a score of 8.8.
2
How can I fix CVE-2026-65668?
To mitigate CVE-2026-65668, ensure that you apply the latest updates from Microsoft for Purview eDiscovery.
3
What does CVE-2026-65668 affect?
CVE-2026-65668 affects Microsoft Purview eDiscovery and its ability to properly manage access controls.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-65668?
CVE-2026-65668 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability.
5
Who is at risk from CVE-2026-65668?
Authorized attackers can exploit CVE-2026-65668 to elevate their privileges over the network.