Hackers Can Leverage SQL Server 2025 AI Features to Exfiltrate Sensitive Data

Cybersecuritynews •Abinaya • June 18, 2026

Hackers are increasingly finding new ways to abuse legitimate enterprise features, and Microsoft SQL Server 2025’s newly introduced AI capabilities are now raising serious security concerns. SpecterOps researchers have demonstrated that these built-in features can be leveraged for stealthy data exfiltration and even command-and-control (C2) communication, all from within the database engine itself. Microsoft introduced […]

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SQL Server 2025 AI Features Exploited for Data Theft Security researchers from SpecterOps have identified vulnerabilities in Microsoft SQL Server 2025's AI features that can be exploited by hackers to exfiltrate sensitive data and establish command-and-control (C2) channels within the database engine. These AI capabilities, designed to enhance database functionality, can be repurposed for malicious activities, significantly increasing the attack surface post-exploitation. Organizations using SQL Server 2025 are at risk, as the exploitation of these features could lead to unauthorized data access and potential breaches. The analysis highlights the need for immediate attention to security measures surrounding these AI functionalities. No specific CVEs or patches have been mentioned yet, indicating a lack of immediate remediation options. 2 sources 49

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