CVE-2023-28306: 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·07:14 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:14 PM
DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-28306?

CVE-2023-28306 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability in Windows DNS Server.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-28306?

To fix CVE-2023-28306, install the security patches provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows Server versions.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2023-28306?

CVE-2023-28306 affects multiple versions of Windows Server, including 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 R2, 2012, and 2008 R2.

4

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-28306?

If exploited, CVE-2023-28306 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected server.

5

Is CVE-2023-28306 remotely exploitable?

Yes, CVE-2023-28306 can be exploited remotely, making it a serious security risk.

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