CVE-2019-19929
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.77%
Last modified
CVE-2019-19929 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An Untrusted Search Path vulnerability in Malwarebytes AdwCleaner before 8.0.1 could cause arbitrary code execution with SYSTEM privileges when a malicious DLL library is loaded by the product.. EPSS estimates a 0.77% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An Untrusted Search Path vulnerability in Malwarebytes AdwCleaner before 8.0.1 could cause arbitrary code execution with SYSTEM privileges when a malicious DLL library is loaded by the product.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Malwarebytes | Adwcleaner | < 8.0.1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-19929?
An Untrusted Search Path vulnerability in Malwarebytes AdwCleaner before 8.0.1 could cause arbitrary code execution with SYSTEM privileges when a malicious DLL library is loaded by the product.
How severe is CVE-2019-19929?
CVE-2019-19929 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.77% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-19929?
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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