CVE-2023-36420
vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

Microsoft ODBC Driver for SQL Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability (CVE-2023-36420) was identified and disclosed in June 2023. The vulnerability affects multiple versions of Microsoft ODBC Driver for SQL Server across Windows, Linux, and macOS platforms, specifically versions 17.0-17.10.5.1 and 18.0-18.3.2.1 (NVD).

Technical details

The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 (High), with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. This indicates local access is required, low attack complexity, no privileges needed, user interaction required, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Microsoft has identified this as a double free vulnerability (CWE-415) (NVD).

Impact

The vulnerability poses significant risks as it could allow an attacker to execute remote code on affected systems. With a high severity rating and maximum impact scores for confidentiality, integrity, and availability, successful exploitation could lead to complete system compromise (Rapid7).

Mitigation and workarounds

Microsoft has released security updates to address this vulnerability. Users should update to the latest versions of the ODBC Driver for SQL Server: version 17.10.5.1 or later for version 17 users, and version 18.3.2.1 or later for version 18 users (Microsoft).

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