Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2016-7251 is a cross-site scripting issue in the Microsoft SQL Server 2016 MDS API. A remote attacker could inject script or HTML through an unspecified parameter. Business risk depends on whether the MDS API is deployed and accessible to users or attackers. Exposure is most likely in environments running Microsoft SQL Server 2016 with the MDS API enabled or reachable. The supplied sources do not identify exact versions, editions, configurations, or network exposure requirements. Treat as a targeted remediation item for SQL Server 2016 environments using MDS. Prioritize systems exposed beyond trusted administrative networks, but do not escalate as actively exploited based on the supplied evidence. Mitigation focus: Review Microsoft MS16-136 for applicable SQL Server 2016 guidance.; Apply relevant Microsoft security updates where the product is in scope.; Limit access to MDS API interfaces to trusted users and networks..
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- MS16-136CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
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