CVE-2026-77481: Microsoft SQL Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Heap-based buffer overflow in SQL Server allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Other sources
Microsoft SQL Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
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Fixed in 17.0.1135.8Patch KB5122770 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 16.0.1200.5Patch KB5122771 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 14.0.2130.4Patch KB5122775 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 16.0.4275.2Patch KB5122768 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 15.0.2190.7Patch KB5122773 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 17.0.4085.5Patch KB5122769 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 14.0.3550.4Patch KB5122774 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 15.0.4490.9Patch KB5122772
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What level of access does an attacker need to exploit this issue?
An attacker must be authorized and able to reach the SQL Server over the network. No user interaction is required.
Which SQL Server releases are identified as affected?
The affected software list includes Microsoft SQL Server 2017, 2019, 2022, and 2025, including SQL Server 2017 CU 31, SQL Server 2019 CU 32, SQL Server 2022 CU 26, and SQL Server 2025 CU8.