Semperis, a company specializing in AI-powered identity security and cyber resilience, has revealed a critical security flaw in Windows Server 2025 that could severely impact managed service accounts (MSAs). This vulnerability, known as the Golden dMSA attack, allows attackers to move laterally across domains and maintain persistent access to all resources linked to MSAs within Active Directory networks.
The Golden dMSA attack exploits a cryptographic vulnerability in the architecture of delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSAs). According to Semperis researcher Adi Malyanker, the flaw lies in the ManagedPasswordId structure, which has predictable time-based components with only 1,024 combinations, making it relatively easy for attackers to brute-force passwords.
To aid organizations in understanding and defending against this threat, Malyanker has developed a tool called GoldenDMSA. This tool simulates the attack’s logic, allowing security professionals to explore how such vulnerabilities might be exploited in real life. Malyanker urges organizations to proactively assess their systems to safeguard against this emerging risk.
In addition to the Golden dMSA research, Semperis recently disclosed findings on other vulnerabilities, including nOAuth, which facilitates full account takeovers in Microsoft’s Entra ID, and BadSuccessor, a privilege escalation technique targeting features in Windows Server 2025. Their ongoing efforts in threat detection and prevention aim to help organizations strengthen their defenses against a wide range of identity-related threats.
For more details, you can access the full research blog here.
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