How severe is CVE-2019-17388?

CVE-2019-17388 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-2019-17388 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (43rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2019-17388?

CVE-2019-17388 affects Aviatrix Vpn Client. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2019-17388?

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-2019-17388 published?

CVE-2019-17388 was published on 2019-12-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2019-17388

CVE-2019-17388 is a high-severity vulnerability in Aviatrix Vpn Client 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-732.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 7.2
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (43rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-732
Affected product: Aviatrix Vpn Client
Published: 2019-12-05
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Weak file permissions applied to the Aviatrix VPN Client through 2.2.10 installation directory on Windows and Linux allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code by gaining elevated privileges through file modifications.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-17388?: Weak file permissions applied to the Aviatrix VPN Client through 2.2.10 installation directory on Windows and Linux allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code by gaining elevated privileges through file modifications.
How severe is CVE-2019-17388?: CVE-2019-17388 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-2019-17388 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (43rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-17388?: CVE-2019-17388 affects Aviatrix Vpn Client. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-17388?: 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-2019-17388 published?: CVE-2019-17388 was published on 2019-12-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:aviatrix:vpn_client:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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