CVE-2019-6142
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.64%
Last modified
CVE-2019-6142 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. It has been reported that XSS is possible in Forcepoint Email Security, versions 8.5 and 8.5.3. It is strongly recommended that you apply the relevant hotfix in order to remediate this issue.. EPSS estimates a 0.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
It has been reported that XSS is possible in Forcepoint Email Security, versions 8.5 and 8.5.3. It is strongly recommended that you apply the relevant hotfix in order to remediate this issue.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Forcepoint | Email Security | 8.5 |
| Forcepoint | Email Security | 8.5.3 |
| Forcepoint | Security Manager | 8.5 |
| Forcepoint | Security Manager | 8.5.3 |
References
- https://help.forcepoint.com/security/CVE/CVE-2019-6142.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://help.forcepoint.com/security/CVE/CVE-2019-6142.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-6142?
It has been reported that XSS is possible in Forcepoint Email Security, versions 8.5 and 8.5.3. It is strongly recommended that you apply the relevant hotfix in order to remediate this issue.
How severe is CVE-2019-6142?
CVE-2019-6142 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-6142?
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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