CVE-2023-28255: Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Apr 11, 2023
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Updated

Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Affected Software

23 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows Server 2022
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2

Event History

Apr 11, 2023
CVE Published
07:00 AM
Data Sourced
07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:13 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:13 PM
DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-28255?

CVE-2023-28255 is a Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.

2

Which software is affected by CVE-2023-28255?

Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2022, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, and Windows Server 2008 R2 are affected by CVE-2023-28255.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-28255?

CVE-2023-28255 has a severity level of high (6.6).

4

How do I fix CVE-2023-28255?

You can fix CVE-2023-28255 by applying the relevant patches provided by Microsoft.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-28255?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-28255 on the Microsoft Security Response Center website.

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