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HIGH · 8.5

CVE-2025-21416

Missing authorization in Azure Virtual Desktop allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

Vulnerability Description

Missing authorization in Azure Virtual Desktop allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

CVSS Score

8.5

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
HIGH
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
CHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftAzure Virtual Desktop-

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-862

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2025-21416?

CVE-2025-21416 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.5 (HIGH). Missing authorization in Azure Virtual Desktop allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.

How severe is CVE-2025-21416?

CVE-2025-21416 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2025-21416?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop.