CVE-2019-5815
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.72%
Last modified
CVE-2019-5815 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Type confusion in xsltNumberFormatGetMultipleLevel prior to libxslt 1.1.33 could allow attackers to potentially exploit heap corruption via crafted XML data.. EPSS estimates a 1.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Type confusion in xsltNumberFormatGetMultipleLevel prior to libxslt 1.1.33 could allow attackers to potentially exploit heap corruption via crafted XML data.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xmlsoft | Libxslt | < 1.1.33 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 10.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-5815?
Type confusion in xsltNumberFormatGetMultipleLevel prior to libxslt 1.1.33 could allow attackers to potentially exploit heap corruption via crafted XML data.
How severe is CVE-2019-5815?
CVE-2019-5815 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-5815?
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-2019-5815?
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