CVE-2023-21528
vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

CVE-2023-21528 is a Remote Code Execution vulnerability affecting Microsoft SQL Server. The vulnerability was initially disclosed on February 14, 2023, and was assigned with a CVSS score of 7.0 (Rapid7).

Technical details

This is a Remote Code Execution vulnerability that affects Microsoft SQL Server. The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS score of 7.0 with the following vector: AV:L/AC:L/Au:S/C:C/I:C/A:C, indicating local access required, low attack complexity, and single authentication needed for exploitation (Rapid7).

Mitigation and workarounds

Microsoft has released security updates to address this vulnerability. Multiple KB updates have been provided including KB5021124 for SQL Server 2019 CU18. The patches are available through various distribution channels including Windows Update, Microsoft Update Catalog, and direct download packages (Microsoft Support).

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