CVE-2016-0019

Name: CVE-2016-0019
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-01-13T05:59:15.64+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 12.54%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-0019 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) service implementation in Microsoft Windows 10 Gold and 1511 allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and establish sessions for blank-password accounts via a modified RDP client, aka "Windows Remote Desktop Protocol Security Bypass Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 12.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) service implementation in Microsoft Windows 10 Gold and 1511 allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and establish sessions for blank-password accounts via a modified RDP client, aka "Windows Remote Desktop Protocol Security Bypass Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

12.54%

95.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-254

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Windows 10	All versions
Microsoft	Windows 10	1511

References

Timeline

Published: Jan 13, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-0019?

How severe is CVE-2016-0019?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-0019 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 12.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-0019?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST