CVE-2019-17388

Name: CVE-2019-17388
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-12-05T18:15:12.537+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.57%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2019-17388 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Weak file permissions applied to the Aviatrix VPN Client through 2.2.10 installation directory on Windows and Linux allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code by gaining elevated privileges through file modifications.. EPSS estimates a 0.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Weak file permissions applied to the Aviatrix VPN Client through 2.2.10 installation directory on Windows and Linux allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code by gaining elevated privileges through file modifications.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.57%

42.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-732

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Aviatrix	Vpn Client	<= 2.2.10

References

https://docs.aviatrix.com/HowTos/UCC_Release_Notes.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://immersivelabs.com/2019/12/04/aviatrix-vpn-client-vulnerability/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://immersivelabs.com/blog/Third Party Advisory
https://docs.aviatrix.com/HowTos/UCC_Release_Notes.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://immersivelabs.com/2019/12/04/aviatrix-vpn-client-vulnerability/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://immersivelabs.com/blog/Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 5, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-17388?

How severe is CVE-2019-17388?

CVE-2019-17388 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2019-17388?

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