Heap-based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Microsoft SQL Server
CVE-2026-94512

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Sql Server 2017 (gdr)
Microsoft Sql Server 2017 For X64-based Systems (cu31)
Microsoft Sql Server 2019 (gdr)
Microsoft Sql Server 2019 For X64-based Systems (cu32)
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 October 2026

What is CVE-2026-94512?

A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Microsoft SQL Server that could allow an authorized attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely. The vulnerability arises due to improper validation in the handling of objects in memory, which can be exploited to manipulate the execution flow of the server. It's essential for administrators to apply necessary patches to safeguard against potential exploits that could compromise the security of SQL Server instances.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft SQL Server 2017 (GDR) x64-based Systems 14.0.0 < 14.0.2140.2

Microsoft SQL Server 2017 for x64-based Systems (CU31) x64-based Systems 14.0.3006.16 < 14.0.3560.2

Microsoft SQL Server 2019 (GDR) x64-based Systems 15.0.0 < 15.0.2200.2

References

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

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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