CVE-2026-70189
MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-70189 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. Heap-based buffer overflow in SQL Server allows an authorized attacker to execute code locally..
Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in SQL Server allows an authorized attacker to execute code locally.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Microsoft SQL Server 2017 (GDR) | >= 14.0.0, < 14.0.2140.2 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft SQL Server 2017 for x64-based Systems (CU31) | >= 14.0.3006.16, < 14.0.3560.2 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft SQL Server 2019 (GDR) | >= 15.0.0, < 15.0.2200.2 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft SQL Server 2019 for x64-based Systems (CU32) | >= 15.0.4003.23, < 15.0.4500.2 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft SQL Server 2022 (GDR) | >= 16.0.0, < 16.0.1210.3 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft SQL Server 2022 for x64-based Systems (CU27) | >= 16.0.4003.1, < 16.0.4305.5 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft SQL Server 2025 (CU8) | All versions |
| Microsoft | Microsoft SQL Server 2025 for x64-based Systems (CU9) | >= 17.0.4006.2, < 17.0.5015.4 |
| Microsoft | Microsoft SQL Server 2025 for x64-based Systems (GDR) | >= 17.0.1050.2, < 17.0.1145.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-70189?
Heap-based buffer overflow in SQL Server allows an authorized attacker to execute code locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-70189?
CVE-2026-70189 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-70189?
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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