CVE-2019-19954
HIGHCVSS 7.3/10EPSS 0.48%
Last modified
CVE-2019-19954 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Signal Desktop before 1.29.1 on Windows allows local users to gain privileges by creating a Trojan horse %SYSTEMDRIVE%\node_modules\.bin\wmic.exe file.. EPSS estimates a 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Signal Desktop before 1.29.1 on Windows allows local users to gain privileges by creating a Trojan horse %SYSTEMDRIVE%\node_modules\.bin\wmic.exe file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Signal | Signal-Desktop | < 1.29.1 |
References
- https://blog.mirch.io/2019/12/18/signal-desktop-windows-lpe/Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://blog.mirch.io/2019/12/18/signal-desktop-windows-lpe/Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-19954?
Signal Desktop before 1.29.1 on Windows allows local users to gain privileges by creating a Trojan horse %SYSTEMDRIVE%\node_modules\.bin\wmic.exe file.
How severe is CVE-2019-19954?
CVE-2019-19954 has a CVSS score of 7.3/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-19954?
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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