Is CVE-2026-26148 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-26148 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-26148 be exploited remotely?

No. CVE-2026-26148 requires local access to exploit.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-26148?

CVE-2026-26148 has a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2026-26148

CWE-454Published: March 10, 2026· Updated: Mar 13, 2026

8.1

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.08%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:22.8th

Official Description

External initialization of trusted variables or data stores in Azure Entra ID allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-26148 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 8.1.

The vulnerability has a "Changed" scope, meaning successful exploitation can impact components beyond the vulnerable component itself — such as the host operating system or adjacent services.