CVE-2019-19695
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 3.16%
Last modified
CVE-2019-19695 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A privilege escalation vulnerability in Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac 2019 (v9.0.1379 and below) could potentially allow an attacker to create a symbolic link to a target file and modify it.. EPSS estimates a 3.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A privilege escalation vulnerability in Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac 2019 (v9.0.1379 and below) could potentially allow an attacker to create a symbolic link to a target file and modify it.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Trendmicro | Antivirus | <= 9.0.1379 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-19695?
A privilege escalation vulnerability in Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac 2019 (v9.0.1379 and below) could potentially allow an attacker to create a symbolic link to a target file and modify it.
How severe is CVE-2019-19695?
CVE-2019-19695 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-19695?
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-2019-19695?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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