CGI versions before 5.00 for Perl return request-derived values untainted under taint mode
? CVE-2026-120642 · score 6.5/10
What could go wrong?
Microsoft fixed a security weakness. Details are limited to avoid helping attackers.
How urgent is it?
Check Microsoft’s page for details.
Who is affected?
azl3 perl-CGI 4.60-1 on Azure Linux 3.0
What should I do?
Install this month’s updates via Windows Update, Intune or your update tool, then restart.
Known problems
Microsoft lists known issues per update: no KB article listed. Official page.