How severe is CVE-2019-11649?

CVE-2019-11649 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2019-11649 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (46th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2019-11649?

CVE-2019-11649 primarily affects Microfocus Fortify Software Security Center. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2019-11649?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2019-11649 published?

CVE-2019-11649 was published on 2019-06-19 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2019-11649

CVE-2019-11649 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microfocus Fortify Software Security Center with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-79.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.4)
CVSS v2: 3.5
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (46th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Microfocus Fortify Software Security Center
Published: 2019-06-19
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in Micro Focus Fortify Software Security Center Server, versions 17.2, 18.1, 18.2, has been identified in Micro Focus Software Security Center. The vulnerability could be exploited to execute JavaScript code in user’s browser. The vulnerability could be exploited to execute JavaScript code in user’s browser.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-11649?: Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in Micro Focus Fortify Software Security Center Server, versions 17.2, 18.1, 18.2, has been identified in Micro Focus Software Security Center. The vulnerability could be exploited to execute JavaScript code in user’s browser. The vulnerability could be exploited to execute JavaScript code in user’s browser.
How severe is CVE-2019-11649?: CVE-2019-11649 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2019-11649 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (46th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-11649?: CVE-2019-11649 primarily affects Microfocus Fortify Software Security Center. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-11649?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2019-11649 published?: CVE-2019-11649 was published on 2019-06-19 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://softwaresupport.softwaregrp.com/doc/KM03461174

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:microfocus:fortify_software_security_center:17.20:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:microfocus:fortify_software_security_center:18.10:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:microfocus:fortify_software_security_center:18.20:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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