Microsoft Azure CLI

by Microsoft Corporationv2.88.0

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

The Azure command-line interface (Azure CLI) is a set of commands used to create and manage Azure resources. The Azure CLI is available across Azure services and is designed to get you working quickly with Azure, with an emphasis on automation.

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Install with winget

$ winget install --id Microsoft.AzureCLI --exact --version 2.88.0

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for Microsoft Azure CLI

Microsoft Azure CLI uses MSI (WiX). The silent install switches are /quiet /norestart.

One-line silent install (x64, machine scope)

msiexec.exe /i azure-cli-2.88.0-x64.msi /quiet /norestart

See the full silent install reference for Microsoft Azure CLI →

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Installers · v2.88.0

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x86	MSI WiX	machine		Direct
x64	MSI WiX	machine		Direct

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Security

4 known CVEs via NVD

high8.4Patched in wingetCVE-2025-24049affects before 2.69.0Mar 11, 2025
Improper neutralization of special elements used in a command ('command injection') in Azure Command Line Integration (CLI) allows an unauthorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Vendor advisory
high8.7Patched in wingetCVE-2024-43591affects before 2.65.0Oct 8, 2024
Azure Command Line Integration (CLI) Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Patch Vendor advisory
high8.6Patched in wingetCVE-2023-36052affects before 2.53.1Nov 14, 2023
Azure CLI REST Command Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Patch Vendor advisory
high8.1Patched in wingetCVE-2022-39327affects before 2.40.0Oct 25, 2022
Azure CLI is the command-line interface for Microsoft Azure. In versions previous to 2.40.0, Azure CLI contains a vulnerability for potential code injection. Critical scenarios are where a hosting machine runs an Azure CLI command where parameter values have been provided by an...
Patch

Source: NVD, updated 2h ago. Patch status is best-effort: NVD's fix version is compared against the latest version in winget, but the two version formats don't always align. Confirm with the vendor advisory before treating any specific build as safe.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install Microsoft Azure CLI on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id Microsoft.AzureCLI --exact --version 2.88.0. winget downloads the installer from Microsoft Corporation and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install Microsoft Azure CLI silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id Microsoft.AzureCLI --exact 2.88.0 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

What are the silent install switches for Microsoft Azure CLI?

Microsoft Azure CLI uses MSI (WiX). Run the downloaded installer with: msiexec.exe /i azure-cli-2.88.0-x64.msi /quiet /norestart. The silent switches are /quiet /norestart.

How do I uninstall Microsoft Azure CLI via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id Microsoft.AzureCLI --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from Microsoft Azure CLI's Apps & Features entry.

Is Microsoft Azure CLI free?

Microsoft Azure CLI is distributed under MIT. Refer to the publisher (https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/cli/azure/) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does Microsoft Azure CLI work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls Microsoft Azure CLI directly from the publisher.

How do I keep Microsoft Azure CLI up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id Microsoft.AzureCLI --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 10 versions of Microsoft Azure CLI from microsoft/winget-pkgs.

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