CVE-2024-49052
CVE-2024-49052 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Azure Functions with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-306.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.2)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (48th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-43920
- Weakness: CWE-306
- Affected product: Microsoft Azure Functions
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Missing authentication for critical function in Microsoft Azure PolicyWatch allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2024-49052?
- Missing authentication for critical function in Microsoft Azure PolicyWatch allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
- How severe is CVE-2024-49052?
- CVE-2024-49052 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity low, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2024-49052 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (48th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2024-49052?
- CVE-2024-49052 affects Microsoft Azure Functions. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2024-49052?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- Does CVE-2024-49052 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2024-49052 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-43920.
- When was CVE-2024-49052 published?
- CVE-2024-49052 was published on 2024-11-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:azure_functions:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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