CVE-2019-16514

Name: CVE-2019-16514
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-01-23T18:15:13.523+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 4.21%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2019-16514 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in ConnectWise Control (formerly known as ScreenConnect) 19.3.25270.7185. The server allows remote code execution. EPSS estimates a 4.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An issue was discovered in ConnectWise Control (formerly known as ScreenConnect) 19.3.25270.7185. The server allows remote code execution. Administrative users could upload an unsigned extension ZIP file containing executable code that is subsequently executed by the server.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.2/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

4.21%

89.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-434

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Connectwise	Control	19.3.25270.7185

References

https://blog.huntresslabs.com/validating-the-bishop-fox-findings-in-connectwise-control-9155eec36a34Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://know.bishopfox.com/advisoriesThird Party Advisory
https://know.bishopfox.com/advisories/connectwise-controlExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.crn.com/news/managed-services/connectwise-control-msp-security-vulnerabilities-are-severe-bishop-foxThird Party Advisory
https://www.crn.com/slide-shows/managed-services/connectwise-control-attack-chain-exploit-20-questions-for-security-researcher-bishop-foxThird Party Advisory
https://blog.huntresslabs.com/validating-the-bishop-fox-findings-in-connectwise-control-9155eec36a34Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://know.bishopfox.com/advisoriesThird Party Advisory
https://know.bishopfox.com/advisories/connectwise-controlExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.crn.com/news/managed-services/connectwise-control-msp-security-vulnerabilities-are-severe-bishop-foxThird Party Advisory
https://www.crn.com/slide-shows/managed-services/connectwise-control-attack-chain-exploit-20-questions-for-security-researcher-bishop-foxThird Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 23, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-16514?

How severe is CVE-2019-16514?

CVE-2019-16514 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2019-16514?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2019-16514?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST