CVE-2020-16862: Microsoft Dynamics 365 (on-premises) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Fri Sep 11 2020(Updated: )
<p>A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (on-premises) when the server fails to properly sanitize web requests to an affected Dynamics server. An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could run arbitrary code in the context of the SQL service account. An authenticated attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted request to a vulnerable Dynamics server. The security update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how Microsoft Dynamics 365 (on-premises) validates and sanitizes user input.</p>
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| =9.0 | ||
| Microsoft Dynamics 365 | =9.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-16862?
The severity of CVE-2020-16862 is high.
What is CVE-2020-16862?
CVE-2020-16862 is a remote code execution vulnerability that exists in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (on-premises).
What software is affected by CVE-2020-16862?
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (on-premises) version 9.0 is affected by CVE-2020-16862.
How can I fix CVE-2020-16862?
Apply the appropriate security update or patch provided by Microsoft to fix CVE-2020-16862.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-16862?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-16862 on the Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory page: https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-16862
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