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ConsentFix and ClickFix: How Microsoft 365 Accounts are Hijacked in 3 Seconds

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Published: 07/02/2026 (07/02/2026, 14:00:10 UTC)
Source: Bleeping Computer

Description

ConsentFix and ClickFix attacks steal Microsoft 365 tokens in seconds using fake prompts and OAuth flows. Learn how these MFA bypass tactics work and how to defend against them. [...]

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AILast updated: 07/02/2026, 14:21:40 UTC

Technical Analysis

ConsentFix and ClickFix attacks involve stealing Microsoft 365 authentication tokens within seconds by presenting fake OAuth consent prompts to users. These tactics bypass MFA by exploiting the OAuth authorization flow, convincing users to grant permissions that enable attackers to obtain valid tokens. The attacks do not exploit a software vulnerability per se but leverage user interaction and OAuth design to achieve token theft. No vendor advisory or patch information is provided, and no known exploits in the wild are reported.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation results in attackers obtaining Microsoft 365 access tokens, potentially allowing unauthorized access to user accounts and associated resources. The attacks bypass MFA protections by abusing OAuth consent mechanisms. However, no direct software vulnerability or exploit code is indicated, and no widespread exploitation is reported.

Mitigation Recommendations

No official patch or vendor advisory is provided. Since these attacks rely on social engineering and OAuth consent flows, mitigation should focus on user awareness training to recognize suspicious consent prompts and on implementing conditional access policies that restrict OAuth app permissions. Organizations should review and limit OAuth app consent permissions and monitor for unusual consent grants. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check Microsoft advisories for current remediation guidance.

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Technical Details

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Threat ID: 6a4673ef27e9c7971978e396

Added to database: 07/02/2026, 14:21:35 UTC

Last enriched: 07/02/2026, 14:21:40 UTC

Last updated: 07/03/2026, 03:34:54 UTC

Views: 14

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