How severe is CVE-2019-11819?

CVE-2019-11819 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2019-11819 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2019-11819?

CVE-2019-11819 affects Alkacon Opencms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2019-11819?

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-2019-11819 published?

CVE-2019-11819 was published on 2019-05-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2019-11819

CVE-2019-11819 is a high-severity vulnerability in Alkacon Opencms 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-1236.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 6.8
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (59th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-1236
Affected product: Alkacon Opencms
Published: 2019-05-08
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Alkacon OpenCMS v10.5.4 and before is affected by CSV (aka Excel Macro) Injection in the module New User (/opencms/system/workplace/admin/accounts/user_new.jsp) via the First Name or Last Name.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-11819?: Alkacon OpenCMS v10.5.4 and before is affected by CSV (aka Excel Macro) Injection in the module New User (/opencms/system/workplace/admin/accounts/user_new.jsp) via the First Name or Last Name.
How severe is CVE-2019-11819?: CVE-2019-11819 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2019-11819 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-11819?: CVE-2019-11819 affects Alkacon Opencms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-11819?: 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-2019-11819 published?: CVE-2019-11819 was published on 2019-05-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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