CVE-2019-1382

CVE-2019-1382 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 10 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when ActiveX Installer service may allow access to files without proper authentication, aka 'Microsoft ActiveX Installer Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-1382?
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when ActiveX Installer service may allow access to files without proper authentication, aka 'Microsoft ActiveX Installer Service Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'.
How severe is CVE-2019-1382?
CVE-2019-1382 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2019-1382 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-1382?
CVE-2019-1382 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 10. In total, 18 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-1382?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2019-1382 published?
CVE-2019-1382 was published on 2019-11-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (18)

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