Microsoft SharePoint Deserialization of Untrusted Data Vulnerability
Description
Microsoft SharePoint contains a deserialization of untrusted data vulnerability that allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network.
What to do
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Details
- Vendor
- Microsoft
- Product
- SharePoint
- CVE
- CVE-2026-20963
- Affected versions
- Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016 16.0: from 16.0.0 to 16.0.5535.1001 (excluded) — fixed in 16.0.5535.1001
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2019 16.0: from 16.0.0 to 16.0.10417.20083 (excluded) — fixed in 16.0.10417.20083
Microsoft SharePoint Server Subscription Edition 16.0: from 16.0.0 to 16.0.19127.20442 (excluded) — fixed in 16.0.19127.20442 (from the advisory and NVD; check the exact builds in the official advisory) - CVSS score
- 9.8
- Actively exploited
- Yes, listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog
- CISA due date
- March 21, 2026 (deadline for US federal agencies: a good benchmark for you too)
- Source
- CISA KEV – original advisory
- Published
- March 18, 2026
The description and the recommended action are quoted from the public advisory; severity, exploitation status and affected versions are compiled automatically from public sources and may contain errors. The vendor's original advisory prevails: check it before taking action. This information is provided without warranty and does not replace a professional assessment.