Vulnerability identifier: #VU7743

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-8516

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Microsoft SQL Server
Server applications / Database software

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper privilege enforcement in Microsoft SQL Server Analysis Services. A remote authenticated attacker can gain access to potentially sensitive information.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to gain additional database and file information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Microsoft SQL Server: 2012 11.0.2100.60, 2014 12.0.2000.8, 2016 13.0.1601.5

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8516

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.