Microsoft Exchange Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2023-38185

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Exchange Server 2019 Cumulative Update 13
Microsoft Exchange Server 2019 Cumulative Update 12
Microsoft Exchange Server 2016 Cumulative Update 23
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 August 2023

Summary

A Remote Code Execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Exchange Server, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. This vulnerability can be exploited when an attacker sends specially crafted requests to an affected Exchange server, potentially allowing them to gain unauthorized control over the server. It is crucial for organizations to apply the necessary security updates to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Exchange Server 2016 Cumulative Update 23 x64-based Systems 15.01.0 < 15.01.2507.032

Microsoft Exchange Server 2019 Cumulative Update 12 x64-based Systems 15.02.0 < 15.02.1118.037

Microsoft Exchange Server 2019 Cumulative Update 13 x64-based Systems 15.02.0 < 15.02.1258.025

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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