CVE-2026-32167: SQL Server Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Published Apr 14, 2026
·
Updated

Improper neutralization of special elements used in an sql command ('sql injection') in SQL Server allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.

Other sources

SQL Server Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability

Microsoft

Affected Software

20 affected componentsFixes available
Microsoft SQL Server 2016>=13.0.6300.2<13.0.6485.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2016>=13.0.7000.253<13.0.7080.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2017>=14.0.1000.169<14.0.2105.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2017>=14.0.3006.16<14.0.3525.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2019>=15.0.2000.5<15.0.2165.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2019>=15.0.4003.23<15.0.4465.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2022>=16.0.1000.6<16.0.1175.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2022>=16.0.4003.1<16.0.4250.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2025>=17.0.1000.7<17.0.1110.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2025>=17.0.4006.2<17.0.4030.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2025<17.0.1110.1
17.0.1110.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2016<13.0.6485.1
13.0.6485.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2025 (CU3)<17.0.4030.1
17.0.4030.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2019<15.0.2165.1
15.0.2165.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2017 (CU 31)<14.0.3525.1
14.0.3525.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2019 (CU 32)<15.0.4465.1
15.0.4465.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2017<14.0.2105.1
14.0.2105.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2016 Azure Connect Feature Pack<13.0.7080.1
13.0.7080.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2022 (CU 24)<16.0.4250.1
16.0.4250.1
Microsoft SQL Server 2022<16.0.1175.1
16.0.1175.1

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 17.0.1110.1Patch KB5084814
  2. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 13.0.6485.1Patch KB5084821
  3. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 14.0.3525.1Patch KB5084818
  4. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 15.0.4465.1Patch KB5084816
  5. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 17.0.4030.1Patch KB5083245
  6. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 14.0.2105.1Patch KB5084819
  7. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 15.0.2165.1Patch KB5084817
  8. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.1175.1Patch KB5084815
  9. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 16.0.4250.1Patch KB5083252
  10. Upgrade

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

    Fixed in 13.0.7080.1Patch KB5084820

Event History

Apr 14, 2026
CVE Published
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·02:00 PM
Description
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:57 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Dec 1, 58326
Event
via NVD·11:38 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-32167?

CVE-2026-32167 is classified as a critical elevation of privilege vulnerability affecting SQL Server.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-32167?

To fix CVE-2026-32167, apply the latest cumulative updates or patches provided by Microsoft for your affected SQL Server version.

3

What versions of SQL Server are affected by CVE-2026-32167?

CVE-2026-32167 affects SQL Server 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2022, specifically with certain cumulative updates.

4

What are the risks associated with CVE-2026-32167?

The risks associated with CVE-2026-32167 include unauthorized access and potential elevation of privileges by attackers on SQL Server installations.

5

Can CVE-2026-32167 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2026-32167 allows local authorized attackers to exploit the vulnerability rather than remote exploitation.

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