High · published February 12, 2020
CVSS calls it high at 8.8. It is confirmed in active exploitation. It sits in the 99.9th percentile for exploit probability.
🚨 A seemingly innocent page request can lead to a full-blown takeover of your SQL Server Reporting Services! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where a clever diner sneaks in their own ingredients, and the chef unknowingly whips up a dangerous dish. In this case, the server is cooking up whatever malicious code an attacker serves it without checking the recipe! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary code on the server, potentially gaining control over sensitive data and systems. This means they could access, modify, or even delete information—an absolutely devastating scenario for any organization reliant on SQL Server Reporting Services.
Think of it like a restaurant where a clever diner sneaks in their own ingredients, and the chef unknowingly whips up a dangerous dish. In this case, the server is cooking up whatever malicious code an attacker serves it without checking the recipe! This remote code execution vulnerability arises when Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services mishandles page requests, allowing attackers to inject and execute malicious code without proper authentication.
An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary code on the server, potentially gaining control over sensitive data and systems. This means they could access, modify, or even delete information—an absolutely devastating scenario for any organization reliant on SQL Server Reporting Services. Immediate action is crucial! Upgrade to the latest version of SQL Server Reporting Services to mitigate this risk, and ensure that your security protocols are robust enough to handle unexpected requests. Additionally, review your access controls and monitor your systems for any suspicious activities. You've got this! By following these steps, you’ll be one step closer to securing your systems against this nasty vulnerability. 🛡️
| Product | Versions | Fixed in |
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| microsoft/sql_server | all versions | — |
| microsoft/sql_server | all versions | — |
| microsoft/sql_server | all versions | — |