Microsoft SQL Server Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability (CVE-2026-21262)

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Microsoft SQL Server CVE-2026-21262 Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability Disclosed On March 10, 2026, Microsoft published details about an elevation of privilege vulnerability in Microsoft SQL Server, tracked as CVE-2026-21262. This vulnerability allows attackers to gain higher privileges within the system, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control. The vulnerability affects various SQL Server versions, posing a significant risk to organizations relying on this database technology. As part of the March 2026 Security Update, Microsoft has advised users to apply the necessary patches to mitigate this risk. The vulnerability was disclosed in conjunction with other security updates, including CVE-2026-20841, which addresses a separate remote code execution issue. The current status indicates that while the vulnerability is known, there is no public proof of concept (PoC) available yet. Organizations are urged to remain vigilant and apply updates promptly to safeguard their systems. The potential impact of this vulnerability could be extensive, affecting numerous enterprise environments globally. 3 sources 58