CVE-2023-28256
MEDIUMCVSS 6.6/10EPSS 0.84%
Last modified
CVE-2023-28256 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.6/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 0.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | All versions | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | r2 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | r2 | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | All versions | — |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-28256Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-28256Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-28256?
Windows DNS Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2023-28256?
CVE-2023-28256 has a CVSS score of 6.6/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-28256?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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Are you affected by CVE-2023-28256?
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