PatchTheCVECVE-2026-83948: Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Microsoft Azure CLI all
CVE-2026-83948 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.0) affecting vm repair. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Microsoft Azure CLI allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Why this priority
- High severity
- On your watchlist
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.0 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.6% (top 52%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-77 |
| Published | 2026-09-08 |
| Last modified | 2026-09-14 |
Last updated 2026-09-14 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-83948?
vm repair: upgrade to 2.2.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-83948 being exploited?
CVE-2026-83948 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-83948 affect?
CVE-2026-83948 affects vm repair. Severity is high (CVSS 8.0). Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Microsoft Azure CLI allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.
How urgent is CVE-2026-83948?
Priority 45/100. High severity; On your watchlist