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Microsoft Authenticator Flaw Let Rogue Apps Grab Work Tokens

Technology · First reported 27 Oct, 06:14 · Updated 07:56

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Researchers at Enclave reported that a Microsoft Authenticator for Android flaw could let malicious apps obtain work-account tokens. Microsoft issued a fix in version 6.2606.4246, and the reports recommend updating.

  • The reports identify the flaw as CVE-2026-80097 and say affected versions were earlier than 6.2606.4246.
  • Enclave said an app could pose as an installed Microsoft app and obtain work-account tokens; Microsoft’s advisory and the researchers differed on whether user interaction was required.
  • Microsoft released the fix on September 8, 2026; the reports advise Android users to update to version 6.2606.4246 or later.
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