CVE-2023-36785 Microsoft ODBC Driver for SQL Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

High 7.8 Published 10 Oct 2023 Updated 14 Apr 2025

An integer overflow in the Microsoft ODBC Driver for SQL Server allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2023-36785?

CVE-2023-36785 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Sql Server, published on 10 Oct 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Microsoft ODBC Driver for SQL Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Weakness: CWE-191

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-36785?

It affects 2 products.

Products include Microsoft Odbc Driver for Sql Server, Microsoft Sql Server.

How do I fix CVE-2023-36785?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-36785 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2023-36785 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-36785 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-j6fm-28rm-xqwj.