CVE-2019-0975

CVE-2019-0975 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Server 2016 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

A security feature bypass vulnerability exists when Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) improperly updates its list of banned IP addresses. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would have to convince a victim ADFS administrator to update the list of banned IP addresses. This security update corrects how ADFS updates its list of banned IP addresses., aka 'ADFS Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2019-1126.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-0975?
A security feature bypass vulnerability exists when Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) improperly updates its list of banned IP addresses. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would have to convince a victim ADFS administrator to update the list of banned IP addresses. This security update corrects how ADFS updates its list of banned IP addresses., aka 'ADFS Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2019-1126.
How severe is CVE-2019-0975?
CVE-2019-0975 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.
Is CVE-2019-0975 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-0975?
CVE-2019-0975 primarily affects Microsoft Windows Server 2016. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-0975?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2019-0975 published?
CVE-2019-0975 was published on 2019-07-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (4)

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