Product:
Power BI
Summary
Improper input validation in Power BI allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network. This vulnerability can lead to significant impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Attackers with low privileges can exploit this issue, making it a serious concern for users.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH | 8 | CVE-2026-21229 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must have authorized access to Power BI and must interact with the application. By sending specially crafted input that bypasses validation checks, the attacker can execute arbitrary code over the network. This requires the attacker to have some level of user interaction, which could be achieved through social engineering or other means.
Affected Products
- Power BI: A business analytics service that provides interactive visualizations and business intelligence capabilities.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users should ensure that they are using the latest version of Power BI and apply any available security updates. Additionally, organizations should implement strict access controls and monitor user interactions to detect any unauthorized activities.