Executive brief
Microsoft Azure CLI is a command-line tool used by system administrators and DevOps teams to manage Azure cloud resources and services. A command injection vulnerability allows an authorized attacker to execute arbitrary code on systems running the CLI, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or compromise of cloud infrastructure and connected resources.
Technical details
This vulnerability is a command injection flaw (CWE-78) in Microsoft Azure CLI caused by improper neutralization of special elements in command input. An authorized attacker can craft malicious input that breaks out of the intended command context and executes arbitrary system commands. The attack requires authentication to the Azure CLI but can result in remote code execution over the network once authenticated. A fix or patch should be available from Microsoft via the Security Update Guide.
Affected products
- Microsoft Azure CLI
Timeline
- 2026-09-08: disclosed