CVE-2019-0708

CVE-2019-0708 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 7 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. It is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming it has been exploited in the wild (added 2021-11-03). The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-416.

Key facts

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Remote Desktop Services formerly known as Terminal Services when an unauthenticated attacker connects to the target system using RDP and sends specially crafted requests, aka 'Remote Desktop Services Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-0708?
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Remote Desktop Services formerly known as Terminal Services when an unauthenticated attacker connects to the target system using RDP and sends specially crafted requests, aka 'Remote Desktop Services Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.
How severe is CVE-2019-0708?
CVE-2019-0708 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2019-0708 being actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2019-0708 is on CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added on 2021-11-03, which means active exploitation has been confirmed. It should be prioritised for remediation.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-0708?
CVE-2019-0708 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 7. In total, 75 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-0708?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Because this CVE is known to be actively exploited, treat remediation as urgent — CISA KEV typically sets a short remediation deadline.
Does CVE-2019-0708 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2019-0708 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2019-1468. It is also flagged as exploited in the EUVD (since 2021-11-03).
When was CVE-2019-0708 published?
CVE-2019-0708 was published on 2019-05-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (75)

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