CVE-2019-1717

CVE-2019-1717 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Video Surveillance Manager with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 10% places it in the 95th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-22.

Key facts

Description

A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Video Surveillance Manager could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to access sensitive information. The vulnerability is due to improper validation of parameters handled by the web-based management interface. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending malicious requests to an affected component. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to download arbitrary files from the affected device, which could contain sensitive information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-1717?
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Video Surveillance Manager could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to access sensitive information. The vulnerability is due to improper validation of parameters handled by the web-based management interface. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending malicious requests to an affected component. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to download arbitrary files from the affected device, which could contain sensitive information.
How severe is CVE-2019-1717?
CVE-2019-1717 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2019-1717 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 10% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-1717?
CVE-2019-1717 affects Cisco Video Surveillance Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-1717?
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-2019-1717 published?
CVE-2019-1717 was published on 2019-05-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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