CVE-2026-20803

Published Jan 13, 2026

Last updated 4 months ago

Overview

Description
Missing authentication for critical function in SQL Server allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network.
Source
secure@microsoft.com
NVD status
Analyzed
Products
sql_server_2022, sql_server_2025

Risk scores

CVSS 3.1

Type
Primary
Base score
7.2
Impact score
5.9
Exploitability score
1.2
Vector string
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Severity
HIGH

Weaknesses

secure@microsoft.com
CWE-306

Social media

Hype score
Not currently trending

Configurations

References

Sources include official advisories and independent security research.