CVE-2026-77505
HighCVSS 8.1Exploitation Probability (EPSS)
Low risk42th percentile - higher than 42% of all known CVEs
Summary
A use-after-free vulnerability in DNS Server allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code remotely over the network.
Risk Assessment
An attacker could take control of the DNS server, potentially compromising the entire network infrastructure and data integrity.
Recommendation
Immediately apply Windows security updates to prevent exploitation.
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Remote code execution vulnerability in Windows DNS Server. An attacker could exploit it to execute code on the DNS server.
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- CVE-2021-26893Critical
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- CVE-2021-26877Critical
Remote code execution vulnerability in Windows DNS Server. An attacker could exploit it to execute code on the DNS server.
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A vulnerability in the Windows DNS Server allows for remote code execution. An attacker can exploit this flaw to gain control over the system.
- CVE-2023-35345Medium
A vulnerability in the Windows DNS Server allows for remote code execution. An attacker can exploit this flaw to gain control over the system.
Original NVD description (English source)
Use after free in DNS Server allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.