CVE-2025-53763CWE-284

Azure Databricks Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Critical · published August 21, 2025

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
51.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single improper access control flaw in Azure Databricks could turn an unauthorized user into a privileged network player! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where an uninvited guest sneaks into the kitchen, gaining access to all the chef's secrets and special recipes without anyone noticing. It's a big deal, right? 🍽️ If exploited, this vulnerability would allow an attacker to elevate their privileges, giving them the power to access sensitive data and perform actions that could compromise the entire system. Imagine someone being able to change orders, delete files, or even shut down the kitchen entirely — absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where an uninvited guest sneaks into the kitchen, gaining access to all the chef's secrets and special recipes without anyone noticing. It's a big deal, right? 🍽️ This vulnerability stems from inadequate access controls within Azure Databricks, which can be exploited by an unauthorized attacker to gain elevated privileges over the network, bypassing intended security measures.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability would allow an attacker to elevate their privileges, giving them the power to access sensitive data and perform actions that could compromise the entire system. Imagine someone being able to change orders, delete files, or even shut down the kitchen entirely — absolutely devastating! To mitigate this risk, immediately review your access control policies within Azure Databricks. Implement strict permissions and audit logs to track any unauthorized access attempts. Don’t forget to educate your team on the importance of strong access controls! You've got this! Follow these steps, and you'll be well on your way to securing your environment and protecting your data! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00674 · 51.6th percentile
Weakness
CWE-284 · Improper Access Control
Published
2025-08-21T19:49Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 21 AUG 19:49Z
    Azure Databricks Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
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