CVE-2019-0546

Name: CVE-2019-0546
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-01-08T21:29:00.613+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 16.11%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2019-0546 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Visual Studio when the C++ compiler improperly handles specific combinations of C++ constructs, aka "Visual Studio Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Visual Studio.. EPSS estimates a 16.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Visual Studio when the C++ compiler improperly handles specific combinations of C++ constructs, aka "Visual Studio Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Visual Studio.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

16.11%

96.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Visual Studio 2017	15.9

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106391Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0546Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106391Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0546Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 8, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-0546?

How severe is CVE-2019-0546?

Severity scoring for CVE-2019-0546 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 16.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2019-0546?

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