CVE-2026-26115
SQL Server Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Description
Improper validation of specified type of input in SQL Server allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
INFO
Published Date :
March 10, 2026, 6:18 p.m.
Last Modified :
June 17, 2026, 10:25 a.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-26115
vulnerability.
Even if cvefeed.io is aware of the exact versions of the
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 | |||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] |
Solution
- Apply SQL Server security updates.
- Implement robust input validation.
- Restrict database privileges.
- Monitor access logs.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-26115.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-26115 | Vendor Advisory |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
While CVE identifies
specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or
weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-26115 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification
(CAPEC)
stores attack patterns, which are descriptions of the common attributes and
approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-26115
weaknesses.
We scan GitHub repositories to detect new proof-of-concept exploits. Following list is a collection of public exploits and proof-of-concepts, which have been published on GitHub (sorted by the most recently updated).
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The following list is the news that have been mention
CVE-2026-26115 vulnerability anywhere in the article.
The following table lists the changes that have been made to the
CVE-2026-26115 vulnerability over time.
Vulnerability history details can be useful for understanding the evolution of a vulnerability, and for identifying the most recent changes that may impact the vulnerability's severity, exploitability, or other characteristics.
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CVE Modified by [email protected]
Jun. 17, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Affected [{'vendor': 'Microsoft', 'product': 'Microsoft SQL Server 2016 Service Pack 3 (GDR)', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '13.0.0', 'lessThan': '13.0.6480.4', 'versionType': 'custom'}], 'platforms': ['x64-based Systems']}, {'vendor': 'Microsoft', 'product': 'Microsoft SQL Server 2016 Service Pack 3 Azure Connect Feature Pack', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '13.0.0', 'lessThan': '13.0.7075.5', 'versionType': 'custom'}], 'platforms': ['x64-based Systems']}, {'vendor': 'Microsoft', 'product': 'Microsoft SQL Server 2017 (CU 31)', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '14.0.0', 'lessThan': '14.0.3520.4', 'versionType': 'custom'}], 'platforms': ['x64-based Systems']}, {'vendor': 'Microsoft', 'product': 'Microsoft SQL Server 2017 (GDR)', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '14.0.0', 'lessThan': '14.0.2100.4', 'versionType': 'custom'}], 'platforms': ['x64-based Systems']}, {'vendor': 'Microsoft', 'product': 'Microsoft SQL Server 2019 (CU 32)', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '15.0.0.0', 'lessThan': '15.0.4460.4', 'versionType': 'custom'}], 'platforms': ['x64-based Systems']}, {'vendor': 'Microsoft', 'product': 'Microsoft SQL Server 2019 (GDR)', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '15.0.0', 'lessThan': '15.0.2160.4', 'versionType': 'custom'}], 'platforms': ['x64-based Systems']}, {'vendor': 'Microsoft', 'product': 'Microsoft SQL Server 2022 (GDR)', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '16.0.0', 'lessThan': '16.0.1170.5', 'versionType': 'custom'}], 'platforms': ['x64-based Systems']}, {'vendor': 'Microsoft', 'product': 'Microsoft SQL Server 2022 for x64-based Systems (CU 23)', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '16.0.0.0', 'lessThan': '16.0.4240.4', 'versionType': 'custom'}], 'platforms': ['x64-based Systems']}, {'vendor': 'Microsoft', 'product': 'Microsoft SQL Server 2025 (CU 2)', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '17.0.0.0', 'lessThan': '17.0.4020.2', 'versionType': 'custom'}], 'platforms': ['x64-based Systems']}, {'vendor': 'Microsoft', 'product': 'Microsoft SQL Server 2025 for x64-based Systems (GDR)', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '17.0.1050.2', 'lessThan': '17.0.1105.2', 'versionType': 'custom'}], 'platforms': ['x64-based Systems']}] -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Jun. 17, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added SSVC {'id': 'CVE-2026-26115', 'role': 'CISA Coordinator', 'options': [{'exploitation': 'none'}, {'automatable': 'no'}, {'technicalImpact': 'total'}], 'version': '2.0.3', 'timestamp': '2026-03-11T03:55:59.792025Z'} -
Initial Analysis by [email protected]
Mar. 13, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CPE Configuration OR *cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:sql_server_2016:*:*:*:*:*:*:x64:* versions from (including) 13.0.6300.2 up to (excluding) 13.0.6480.4 *cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:sql_server_2016:*:*:*:*:*:*:x64:* versions from (including) 13.0.7000.253 up to (excluding) 13.0.7075.5 *cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:sql_server_2017:*:*:*:*:*:*:x64:* versions from (including) 14.0.1000.169 up to (excluding) 14.0.2100.4 *cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:sql_server_2017:*:*:*:*:*:*:x64:* versions from (including) 14.0.3006.16 up to (excluding) 14.0.3520.4 *cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:sql_server_2022:*:*:*:*:*:*:x64:* versions from (including) 16.0.1000.6 up to (excluding) 16.0.1170.5 *cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:sql_server_2022:*:*:*:*:*:*:x64:* versions from (including) 16.0.4003.1 up to (excluding) 16.0.4240.4 *cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:sql_server_2025:*:*:*:*:*:*:x64:* versions from (including) 17.0.4006.2 up to (excluding) 17.0.4020.2 *cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:sql_server_2019:*:*:*:*:*:*:x64:* versions from (including) 15.0.2000.5 up to (excluding) 15.0.2160.4 *cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:sql_server_2019:*:*:*:*:*:*:x64:* versions from (including) 15.0.4003.23 up to (excluding) 15.0.4460.4 *cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:sql_server_2025:*:*:*:*:*:*:x64:* versions from (including) 17.0.1000.7 up to (excluding) 17.0.1050.2 Added Reference Type Microsoft Corporation: https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-26115 Types: Vendor Advisory -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
Mar. 10, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description Improper validation of specified type of input in SQL Server allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Added CWE CWE-1287 Added Reference https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-26115