Azure SQL Database Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Date Aug 6, 2026

Type Patch Tuesday

Signal High-risk advisory

Vendor / Product Microsoft · Azure SQL Database

CVE CVE-2026-63522

High-risk advisory CVE-2026-63522

Summary

Incorrect permission assignment for critical resource in Azure SQL Database allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally. Published in August 2026 Early Security Updates. MSRC exploitability: Publicly Disclosed:No;Exploited:No;Latest Software Release:N/A.

Why it matters

Microsoft published this item through its Security Update Guide, making it part of Patch Tuesday triage for affected Windows, cloud, or application estates.

Operator check

Review the Microsoft Security Update Guide entry for CVE-2026-63522. Confirm whether Azure SQL Database is deployed, then apply the current security update or documented mitigation. CVSS score: 7.8.

Sources

MSRC 2026-Aug Security Update Guide NVD — CVE-2026-63522

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