Use After Free Vulnerability in Microsoft SQL Server
CVE-2026-77485

7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Sql Server 2017 (cu 31)
Microsoft Sql Server 2017 (gdr)
Microsoft Sql Server 2019 (cu 32)
Microsoft Sql Server 2019 (gdr)
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 September 2026

What is CVE-2026-77485?

A vulnerability in Microsoft SQL Server allows an authorized attacker to exploit a use after free condition, facilitating the ability to elevate privileges locally. This might enable unauthorized access to sensitive data or system functionalities that would typically require elevated access rights. Users and administrators are advised to patch their systems promptly to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft SQL Server 2017 (CU 31) x64-based Systems 14.0.0 < 14.0.3550.4

Microsoft SQL Server 2017 (GDR) x64-based Systems 14.0.0 < 14.0.2130.4

Microsoft SQL Server 2019 (CU 32) x64-based Systems 15.0.0.0 < 15.0.4490.9

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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