Microsoft’s Patch Party: Fixing Critical Flaws with a Dash of Transparency
Microsoft has patched two critical security flaws in Azure AI Face Service and Microsoft Account. The vulnerabilities, CVE-2025-21396 and CVE-2025-21415, could let hackers escalate privileges. But don’t panic—Microsoft has already mitigated these issues, so you can continue binge-watching cat videos in peace.
Hot Take:
When it comes to cybersecurity, Microsoft is playing whack-a-mole with vulnerabilities. But hey, as long as they keep swinging that mallet, we’ll just cheer them on from the sidelines with our popcorn in hand and two-factor authentication enabled.
Key Points:
- Microsoft patched two critical security vulnerabilities in Azure AI Face Service and Microsoft Account.
- CVE-2025-21396 scores a 7.5 on the CVSS scale due to missing authorization that allows privilege escalation.
- CVE-2025-21415 scores a whopping 9.9 due to authentication spoofing, potentially allowing attackers to elevate privileges.
- Both vulnerabilities have been fully mitigated without requiring customer action.
- Microsoft emphasizes transparency in addressing cloud service vulnerabilities as part of cybersecurity maturation.
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