CVE-2019-18575
CVE-2019-18575 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dell Command|configure with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1. 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-59.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.1)
- CVSS v2: 6.6
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (26th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-59
- Affected product: Dell Command|configure
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Dell Command Configure versions prior to 4.2.1 contain an uncontrolled search path vulnerability. A locally authenticated malicious user could exploit this vulnerability by creating a symlink to a target file, allowing the attacker to overwrite or corrupt a specified file on the system.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2019-18575?
- Dell Command Configure versions prior to 4.2.1 contain an uncontrolled search path vulnerability. A locally authenticated malicious user could exploit this vulnerability by creating a symlink to a target file, allowing the attacker to overwrite or corrupt a specified file on the system.
- How severe is CVE-2019-18575?
- CVE-2019-18575 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2019-18575 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2019-18575?
- CVE-2019-18575 affects Dell Command|configure. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2019-18575?
- 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-2019-18575 published?
- CVE-2019-18575 was published on 2019-12-06 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:dell:command\|configure:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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