CVE-2020-0618

Known Exploited Public Exploit

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services when it incorrectly handles page requests, aka 'Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 94.25% Top 5%
KEV Since 
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Service Pack 3 for x64-based Systems (GDR)
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Service Pack 3 for x64-based Systems (CU)
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server 2016 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 (GDR)
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Service Pack 3 for 32-bit Systems (GDR)
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Service Pack 3 for 32-bit Systems (CU)
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References

Link Tags
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0618 patch vendor advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/156707/SQL-Server-Reporting-Services-SSRS-ViewState-Deserialization.html exploit vdb entry third party advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/159216/Microsoft-SQL-Server-Reporting-Services-2016-Remote-Code-Execution.html exploit vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-0618?
CVE-2020-0618 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-0618?
To fix CVE-2020-0618, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2020-0618 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is confirmed that CVE-2020-0618 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~94% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-0618?
CVE-2020-0618 affects Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Service Pack 3 for x64-based Systems (GDR), Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Service Pack 3 for x64-based Systems (CU), Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server 2016 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 (GDR), Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Service Pack 3 for 32-bit Systems (GDR), Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Service Pack 3 for 32-bit Systems (CU).
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