CVE-2022-26826: 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 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21h1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 11 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 11 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2022 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =21H1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =20H2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-26826?
CVE-2022-26826 is rated as critical due to the potential for remote code execution in affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2022-26826?
To fix CVE-2022-26826, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2022-26826?
CVE-2022-26826 affects multiple versions of Windows including Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, and various editions of Windows 10 and 11.
What is the attack vector for CVE-2022-26826?
CVE-2022-26826 can be exploited remotely without authentication, making it particularly dangerous for unprotected systems.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2022-26826?
While patching is the recommended approach, disabling DNS functions can serve as a temporary workaround for CVE-2022-26826.
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