High severity7.2NVD Advisory· Published Aug 11, 2026· Updated Aug 13, 2026
CVE-2026-47299
CVE-2026-47299
Description
Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Azure Monitor Agent allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
Affected products
2cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:azure_monitor_agent:*:*:*:*:*:linux:*:*+ 1 more
- cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:azure_monitor_agent:*:*:*:*:*:linux:*:*range: >=1.0.0,<1.43
- (no CPE)
Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
1- msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-47299nvdVendor Advisory
News mentions
1- Patch Tuesday - August 2026Rapid7 Blog · Aug 11, 2026