How severe is CVE-2019-0058?

CVE-2019-0058 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2019-0058 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2019-0058?

CVE-2019-0058 primarily affects Juniper Junos. In total, 15 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2019-0058?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2019-0058 published?

CVE-2019-0058 was published on 2019-10-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2019-0058

CVE-2019-0058 is a high-severity vulnerability in Juniper Junos with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 7.2
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (26th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Juniper Junos
Published: 2019-10-09
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability in the Veriexec subsystem of Juniper Networks Junos OS allowing an attacker to fully compromise the host system. A local authenticated user can elevate privileges to gain full control of the system even if they are specifically denied access to perform certain actions. This issue affects: Juniper Networks Junos OS: 12.3X48 versions prior to 12.3X48-D80 on SRX Series.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-0058?: A vulnerability in the Veriexec subsystem of Juniper Networks Junos OS allowing an attacker to fully compromise the host system. A local authenticated user can elevate privileges to gain full control of the system even if they are specifically denied access to perform certain actions. This issue affects: Juniper Networks Junos OS: 12.3X48 versions prior to 12.3X48-D80 on SRX Series.
How severe is CVE-2019-0058?: CVE-2019-0058 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2019-0058 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-0058?: CVE-2019-0058 primarily affects Juniper Junos. In total, 15 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-0058?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2019-0058 published?: CVE-2019-0058 was published on 2019-10-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://kb.juniper.net/JSA10956

Affected products (15)

cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:d10:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:d15:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:d20:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:d25:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:d30:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:d35:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:d40:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:d45:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:d50:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:d55:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:d60:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:d65:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:d70:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:12.3x48:d75:*:*:*:*:*:*

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