Microsoft SQL Server Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Elevate Privileges over a Network

Microsoft released security updates on January 13, 2026, addressing a critical elevation of privilege vulnerability in SQL Server that enables authorized attackers to bypass authentication controls and gain elevated system privileges remotely. Tracked as CVE-2026-20803, the vulnerability stems from missing authentication mechanisms for critical functions within the database engine. The flaw affects multiple SQL Server […]

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