#VU93972 Use-after-free in Microsoft SQL Server


Published: 2024-07-09

Vulnerability identifier: #VU93972

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-37320

CWE-ID: CWE-416

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Microsoft SQL Server
Server applications / Database software

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error in SQL Server Native Client OLE DB Provider. A remote attacker can trick a victim to connect to a malicious SQL server database and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions


External links
http://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2024-37320


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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