What is the severity of CVE-2022-26824?

CVE-2022-26824 has a severity rating of Critical, allowing remote code execution through vulnerable Windows DNS servers.

How do I fix CVE-2022-26824?

To fix CVE-2022-26824, apply the security patches available for affected versions of Microsoft Windows Server.

Which versions of Windows Server are affected by CVE-2022-26824?

CVE-2022-26824 affects Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022, and the 20H2 version of Windows Server.

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2022-26824?

Exploitation of CVE-2022-26824 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected server, potentially leading to system compromise.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2022-26824?

The best approach for CVE-2022-26824 is to apply the latest patches, as no known effective workaround exists.

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CVE-2022-26824

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12/4/2022

15/4/2022

2/1/2025

CVE-2022-26824: Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Tue Apr 12 2022(Updated: )

Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows Server	=20H2	fix available externally
Microsoft Windows Server 2019		fix available externally
Microsoft Windows Server 2019		fix available externally
Microsoft Windows Server 2016		fix available externally
Microsoft Windows Server 2016		fix available externally
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016	=20h2
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows Server 2022		fix available externally
Microsoft Windows Server 2022		fix available externally

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Reference Links

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2022-26824 (Advisory)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-26824?
CVE-2022-26824 has a severity rating of Critical, allowing remote code execution through vulnerable Windows DNS servers.
How do I fix CVE-2022-26824?
To fix CVE-2022-26824, apply the security patches available for affected versions of Microsoft Windows Server.
Which versions of Windows Server are affected by CVE-2022-26824?
CVE-2022-26824 affects Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022, and the 20H2 version of Windows Server.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2022-26824?
Exploitation of CVE-2022-26824 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected server, potentially leading to system compromise.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2022-26824?
The best approach for CVE-2022-26824 is to apply the latest patches, as no known effective workaround exists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-26824?
CVE-2022-26824 has a severity rating of Critical, allowing remote code execution through vulnerable Windows DNS servers.
How do I fix CVE-2022-26824?
To fix CVE-2022-26824, apply the security patches available for affected versions of Microsoft Windows Server.
Which versions of Windows Server are affected by CVE-2022-26824?
CVE-2022-26824 affects Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022, and the 20H2 version of Windows Server.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2022-26824?
Exploitation of CVE-2022-26824 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected server, potentially leading to system compromise.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2022-26824?
The best approach for CVE-2022-26824 is to apply the latest patches, as no known effective workaround exists.