CVE-2019-12162
CVE-2019-12162 is a high-severity vulnerability in Upwork Time Tracker 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-494.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 4.6
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (17th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-494
- Affected product: Upwork Time Tracker
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Upwork Time Tracker 5.2.2.716 doesn't verify the SHA256 hash of the downloaded program update before running it, which could lead to code execution or local privilege escalation by replacing the original update.exe.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2019-12162?
- Upwork Time Tracker 5.2.2.716 doesn't verify the SHA256 hash of the downloaded program update before running it, which could lead to code execution or local privilege escalation by replacing the original update.exe.
- How severe is CVE-2019-12162?
- CVE-2019-12162 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-2019-12162 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (17th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2019-12162?
- CVE-2019-12162 affects Upwork Time Tracker. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2019-12162?
- 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-2019-12162 published?
- CVE-2019-12162 was published on 2019-07-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:upwork:time_tracker:5.2.2.716:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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