External risk intelligence

Azure Entra ID can expose sensitive data due to spoofing.

CVE advisorySeverity: HIGH (CVSS 7.5)

CVE-2026-40379

A vulnerability in Microsoft Azure Entra ID allows unauthorized access to sensitive information and impersonation over the network, impacting a widely used identity service.

5Halo Surface Signal

Information Disclosure

Microsoft Entra Id

External exposure likelihood

Halo Surface Signal score for CVE-2026-40379

Azure Entra ID is a cloud-based identity and access management service designed to be accessible via the public internet for user and application authentication. As a central identity portal used for external-facing authentication workflows, it is public-facing by design in normal operations.

PCI scan relevance

PCI Relevance for CVE-2026-40379

Yes

CVE-2026-40379 — Halo PCI Relevance: Yes. Under typical PCI ASV external scan criteria, this issue may be flagged for scan prioritization.

This Azure Entra ID vulnerability allows unauthorized information exposure over a network, which could lead to a PCI scan failure.

Scan-prioritization guidance only—not a PCI DSS certification or ASV attestation.

Horizon Alert

Summary of the vulnerability and why it matters

An attacker could gain unauthorized access to sensitive information within Azure Entra ID through a network, potentially leading to account spoofing. This vulnerability is significant because it affects a core identity service used by many organizations.

  • Sensitive information disclosure.
  • Allows unauthorized spoofing.
  • Affects a critical identity service.

Attack Path

How an attacker could exploit the issue

An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to impersonate legitimate users or applications within Azure Entra ID. This could be used to gain unauthorized access to resources or services that rely on Entra ID for authentication.

  • No authentication required.
  • Exploitable over the network.
  • Spoofing authorized identities.

Live Threat

Current exploitation, exposure, and threat context

This vulnerability allows unauthorized actors to perform spoofing over a network by exposing sensitive information within Azure Entra ID. Attackers may be drawn to this type of vulnerability due to its potential to facilitate further network intrusions or phishing campaigns. However, exploitation could be complex, requiring deep knowledge of Entra ID's internal workings.

  • Public exploit is unavailable.
  • No KEV listing observed.
  • Exploitation is not widespread.

Priority actions

Operational Fix

Recommended remediation, mitigation, and detection steps

Prioritize reviewing logs and telemetry for indicators of spoofing or unauthorized information access within Azure Entra ID, as this vulnerability allows for unauthenticated network-based exploitation. Actively block any identified malicious traffic targeting Entra ID and confirm affected assets to understand the potential exposure.

  • Monitor Entra ID network traffic for anomalies.
  • Implement enhanced access controls and logging.
  • Investigate the impact of spoofing attempts.

Frequently asked questions

What is Microsoft Entra ID and how is it used?

Microsoft Entra ID is a cloud-based identity and access management service. It is used by organizations to manage user access to applications and resources, ensuring that only authorized individuals can access sensitive information and systems.

What kind of weakness does CVE-2026-40379 represent?

CVE-2026-40379 is an "Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor" weakness. This means an attacker could gain access to information they shouldn't have, which in this case could be used for spoofing.

What must an attacker do to trigger this CVE-2026-40379 vulnerability?

An attacker can exploit this vulnerability over a network without needing any special privileges or interaction from a legitimate user. The vulnerability is present in Azure Entra ID itself, allowing for direct network-based attacks.

Who should be concerned about CVE-2026-40379 based on its exposure?

Organizations using Microsoft Entra ID should be concerned. Because Entra ID is designed for internet-facing authentication, this vulnerability is considered external and very likely to be a concern for any entity relying on this service for identity management. [cite: Halo Surface Signal]

What is the first step for managing this threat in Entra ID?

Start by closely monitoring network traffic to and from Azure Entra ID for any signs of unusual activity or attempted spoofing. Reviewing logs for unauthorized information access can also help identify potential exploitation.

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