A remote overflow exists in SQL Server. The SQL Server fails to properly check the length specifier in the xp_sprintf() function resulting in a menory overflow. With a specially crafted request, an attacker can cause execution of arbitrary code resulting in a loss of confidentiality and/or integrity.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Confidentiality,
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Unknown
Solution
Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Microsoft has released a patch to address this vulnerability.
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