CVE-2023-28278: Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Apr 11, 2023
·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
Remediation
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 the severity of CVE-2023-28278?
CVE-2023-28278 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2023-28278?
To fix CVE-2023-28278, apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for affected Windows Server versions.
3
What versions of Windows Server are affected by CVE-2023-28278?
CVE-2023-28278 affects Windows Server 2008, 2012, 2016, 2019, and 2022.
4
Can CVE-2023-28278 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2023-28278 can be exploited remotely without user interaction, posing a significant risk.
5
What action should I take if I cannot apply the patch for CVE-2023-28278 immediately?
If immediate patching is not possible for CVE-2023-28278, consider restricting access to vulnerable services as a temporary mitigation.