Product:
Azure Managed Instance for Apache Cassandra
Summary
Improper access control in Azure Managed Instance for Apache Cassandra 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 without user interaction.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| CRITICAL | 9.9 | CVE-2026-33109 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must have authorized access to the Azure Managed Instance for Apache Cassandra. Once access is obtained, the attacker can execute arbitrary code over the network, potentially leading to unauthorized actions and data breaches. The low attack complexity means that the exploitation can be performed easily by an attacker with the necessary access rights.
Affected Products
- Azure Managed Instance for Apache Cassandra: A cloud-based database service that allows users to run Apache Cassandra in a managed environment.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, it is essential to implement strict access controls and regularly review permissions for users accessing the Azure Managed Instance. Additionally, applying security updates and patches provided by Microsoft can help protect against potential exploitation of this vulnerability.