CVE-2026-32167

Name: CVE-2026-32167
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-04-14T18:17:19.417+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.30%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-32167 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper neutralization of special elements used in an sql command ('sql injection') in SQL Server allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

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

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.30%

21.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-89

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
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

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-32167Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 14, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-32167?

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

How severe is CVE-2026-32167?

CVE-2026-32167 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-32167?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2026-32167?

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Source: NVD / NIST