CVE-2019-7238
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 76.53%
Last modified
CVE-2019-7238 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Sonatype Nexus Repository Manager before 3.15.0 has Incorrect Access Control.. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 76.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Sonatype Nexus Repository Manager before 3.15.0 has Incorrect Access Control.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Exploitation Status
This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by .
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sonatype | Nexus Repository Manager | >= 3.0.0, < 3.15.0 |
References
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2019-7238US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-7238?
Sonatype Nexus Repository Manager before 3.15.0 has Incorrect Access Control.
How severe is CVE-2019-7238?
CVE-2019-7238 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 76.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
How do I fix CVE-2019-7238?
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