CVE-2023-21529 — Microsoft Exchange Server: Microsoft Exchange Server Deserialization of Untrusted Data Vulnerability

CVE-2023-21529 — Microsoft Exchange Server: Microsoft Exchange Server Deserialization of Untrusted Data Vulnerability

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CVE-2023-21529 — Microsoft Exchange Server contains a deserialization of untrusted data that allows an authenticated attacker to achieve remote code execution.

What This Means For You

  • CISA has confirmed active exploitation — immediate patching required.
  • Added to CISA KEV catalog — federal agencies must remediate by 2026-04-27.

Related ATT&CK Techniques

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high T1190 Initial Access

Web Application Exploitation Attempt — CVE-2023-21529

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Indicators of Compromise

IDTypeIndicator
CVE-2023-21529 RCE Microsoft Exchange Server
CVE-2023-21529 Deserialization Deserialization of untrusted data
Source & Attribution
Source PlatformCISA
ChannelCISA KEV
PublishedApril 13, 2026 at 15:00 UTC

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