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CVE-2026-62914 Microsoft CVE debrief
Microsoft Exchange Server Spoofing Vulnerability allows an authorized attacker to perform spoofing over a network due to improper neutralization of input during web page generation. This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.3 and is classified as HIGH severity. The vulnerability affects Microsoft Exchange Server 2016 Cumulative Update 23, Microsoft Exchange Server 2019 Cumulative Update 14, Microsoft Exchange Server 2019 Cumulative Update 15, and Microsoft Exchange Server Subscription Edition RTM. Defenders should prioritize verifying and applying patches for affected Microsoft Exchange Server versions, as well as monitoring for potential spoofing attempts. It is essential to review
- Vendor
- Microsoft
- Product
- Microsoft Exchange Server 2016 Cumulative Update 23
- CVSS
- HIGH 7.3
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-08-11
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-10-08
- Advisory published
- 2026-08-11
- Advisory updated
- 2026-10-08
Who should care
Defenders responsible for Microsoft Exchange Server installations, particularly those using affected versions, should assess exposure and prioritize patching and monitoring.
Why it matters
CVE-2026-62914 is a spoofing vulnerability in Microsoft Exchange Server that allows an authorized attacker to perform spoofing over a network. Defenders should prioritize verifying and applying patches, monitoring for potential spoofing attempts, and reviewing incident response plans.
- Verify and apply patches for affected Microsoft Exchange Server versions to prevent potential spoofing attempts
- Monitor for potential spoofing attempts to detect possible exploitation
- Review and update incident response plans to address potential spoofing attacks
Technical summary
The vulnerability is caused by improper neutralization of input during web page generation, allowing an authorized attacker to perform spoofing over a network. Affected products include Microsoft Exchange Server 2016 Cumulative Update 23, Microsoft Exchange Server 2019 Cumulative Update 14, Microsoft Exchange Server 2019 Cumulative Update 15, and Microsoft Exchange Server Subscription Edition RTM.
Defensive priority
Defenders should prioritize verifying and applying patches for affected Microsoft Exchange Server versions, as well as monitoring for potential spoofing attempts.
Recommended defensive actions
- Verify and apply patches for affected Microsoft Exchange Server versions
- Monitor for potential spoofing attempts
- Review and update incident response plans
Evidence notes
The CVE record and source item provide details on the vulnerability, including its description, CVSS score, and affected products. However, there is limited information on potential exploitation or impact.
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-62914 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-62914
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-62914 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-62914
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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Microsoft Exchange Server Spoofing Vulnerability
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/main/cves/2026/62xxx/CVE-2026-62914.json
cve_program_cvelist_v5
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-62914
Supplemental source - vendor-advisory, patch
Methodology and review provenance
AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.