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A vulnerable Microsoft Azure AD Passport library for Node.js could fail to enforce issuer validation. An attacker with a crafted token may bypass authentication checks in applications using affected versions. The issue is most urgent for apps relying on Azure AD login to protect sensitive or administrative functions. Exposure is likely limited to Node.js applications that use Microsoft Azure Active Directory Passport/Passport-Azure-AD in the affected version ranges, especially where validateIssuer was expected to restrict accepted tokens. Products or services beyond that library are not identified in the provided sources. Prioritize remediation for internet-facing or high-value applications using the affected library. Authentication bypass can create direct business risk, even though active exploitation is not confirmed in the provided evidence. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Passport-Azure-AD to 1.4.6, 2.0.1, or later as applicable.; Check Microsoft and AzureAD GitHub security guidance for version-specific instructions.; Prioritize applications protecting privileged, customer, or sensitive business workflows..
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- https://github.com/AzureAD/passport-azure-ad/blob/master/SECURITY-NOTICE.MDCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- 3187742CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MSKB
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