CVE-2022-26824: Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Apr 12, 2022
·Updated
Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Affected Software
11 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=20h2
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows Server=20H2
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Event History
Apr 12, 2022
CVE Published
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Apr 15, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:05 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
How do I fix CVE-2022-26824?
To fix CVE-2022-26824, apply the security patches available for affected versions of Microsoft Windows Server.
3
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.
4
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.
5
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.