CVE-2026-20947: Microsoft SharePoint Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jan 13, 2026
·
Updated

Improper neutralization of special elements used in an sql command ('sql injection') in Microsoft Office SharePoint allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.

Other sources

Microsoft SharePoint Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Microsoft

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft SharePoint Server<16.0.19127.20442
Microsoft SharePoint Server=2016
Microsoft SharePoint Server=2019
Microsoft SharePoint Server Subscription Edition<16.0.19127.20442
16.0.19127.20442
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2019<16.0.10417.20083
16.0.10417.20083
Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016<16.0.5535.1001, <16.0.5535.1000
16.0.5535.100116.0.5535.1000

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 16.0.10417.20083Patch KB5002823
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 16.0.19127.20442Patch KB5002822
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 16.0.5535.1001Fixed in 16.0.5535.1000Patch KB5002827

Event History

Jan 13, 2026
CVE Published
via Microsoft·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·04:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·04:00 PM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·04:00 PM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·04:00 PM
Description
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:56 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:56 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-20947?

CVE-2026-20947 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-20947?

To address CVE-2026-20947, apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for affected SharePoint products.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-20947?

CVE-2026-20947 affects Microsoft SharePoint Server Subscription Edition, SharePoint Server 2019, and SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016.

4

What types of attacks can CVE-2026-20947 enable?

CVE-2026-20947 allows an authorized attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely over a network.

5

When was CVE-2026-20947 disclosed?

CVE-2026-20947 was disclosed in a Microsoft security update, details of which can be found in their update guides.

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