CVE-2026-77505
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 0.52%
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.. EPSS estimates a 0.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use after free in DNS Server allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 Version 1607 | >= 10.0.14393.0, < 10.0.14393.9512 |
| Microsoft | Windows 10 Version 1809 | >= 10.0.17763.0, < 10.0.17763.9245 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | >= 6.2.9200.0, < 6.2.9200.26349 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 (Server Core installation) | >= 6.2.9200.0, < 6.2.9200.26349 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 R2 | >= 6.3.9600.0, < 6.3.9600.23397 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 R2 (Server Core installation) | >= 6.3.9600.0, < 6.3.9600.23397 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | >= 10.0.14393.0, < 10.0.14393.9512 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 (Server Core installation) | >= 10.0.14393.0, < 10.0.14393.9512 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 | >= 10.0.17763.0, < 10.0.17763.9245 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2019 (Server Core installation) | >= 10.0.17763.0, < 10.0.17763.9245 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2022 | >= 10.0.20348.0, < 10.0.20348.5622 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 | >= 10.0.26100.0, < 10.0.26100.33438 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2025 (Server Core installation) | >= 10.0.26100.0, < 10.0.26100.33438 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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). The EPSS model estimates a 0.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
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.
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