Vulnerability Description
Microsoft SQL Server 2016 does not properly perform a cast of an unspecified pointer, which allows remote authenticated users to gain privileges via unknown vectors, aka "SQL RDBMS Engine Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Sql Server | 2016 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94037
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037250
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-13
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94037
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037250
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-13
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-7249?
CVE-2016-7249 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Microsoft SQL Server 2016 does not properly perform a cast of an unspecified pointer, which allows remote authenticated users to gain privileges via unknown vectors, aka "SQL RDBMS Engine Elevation of...
How severe is CVE-2016-7249?
CVE-2016-7249 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-7249?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Sql Server.