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CVE-2026-83945

6.6 · MEDIUM

Heap-based buffer overflow in SQL Server allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.

Published Oct 13, 2026microsoftCWE-122EPSS 0.56%

Overview

CVE-2026-83945 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft sql_server_2022. It was published on October 13, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.6 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.6, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Heap-based buffer overflow in SQL Server allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update sql_server_2022 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

VendorProductVersionsStatus
microsoftsql_server_2022>= 16.0.1000.6, < 16.0.1210.3Affected
microsoftsql_server_2025>= 17.0.1000.7, < 17.0.1145.4Affected

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-83945?

CVE-2026-83945 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft sql_server_2022. It was published on October 13, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.6 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2026-83945?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.6, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-83945?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update sql_server_2022 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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