CVE-2026-77505
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-77505 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Use after free in DNS Server allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network..
Description
Use after free in DNS Server allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1607 | < 10.0.14393.9512 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 1809 | < 10.0.17763.9245 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | r2 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | < 10.0.14393.9512 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | < 10.0.17763.9245 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | < 10.0.20348.5622 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | < 10.0.26100.33438 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-77505Vendor Advisory, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-77505?
Use after free in DNS Server allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
How severe is CVE-2026-77505?
CVE-2026-77505 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-77505?
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.
How Strix Helps
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