CVE-2019-5589

Name: CVE-2019-5589
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-05-28T22:29:00.67+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.61%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2019-5589 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An Unsafe Search Path vulnerability in FortiClient Online Installer (Windows version before 6.0.6) may allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker with control over the directory in which FortiClientOnlineInstaller.exe resides to execute arbitrary code on the system via uploading malicious .dll files in that directory.. EPSS estimates a 2.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An Unsafe Search Path vulnerability in FortiClient Online Installer (Windows version before 6.0.6) may allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker with control over the directory in which FortiClientOnlineInstaller.exe resides to execute arbitrary code on the system via uploading malicious .dll files in that directory.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.61%

83.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-426

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Fortinet	Forticlient	< 6.0.6

References

https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-19-060Vendor Advisory
https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-19-060Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 28, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-5589?

How severe is CVE-2019-5589?

Severity scoring for CVE-2019-5589 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2019-5589?

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