CVE-2019-18996
CVE-2019-18996 is a high-severity vulnerability in Abb Pb610 Panel Builder 600 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-426.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.1)
- CVSS v2: 4.4
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (32nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-426
- Affected product: Abb Pb610 Panel Builder 600
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Path settings in HMIStudio component of ABB PB610 Panel Builder 600 versions 2.8.0.424 and earlier accept DLLs outside of the program directory, potentially allowing an attacker with access to the local file system the execution of code in the application’s context.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2019-18996?
- Path settings in HMIStudio component of ABB PB610 Panel Builder 600 versions 2.8.0.424 and earlier accept DLLs outside of the program directory, potentially allowing an attacker with access to the local file system the execution of code in the application’s context.
- How severe is CVE-2019-18996?
- CVE-2019-18996 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability low.
- Is CVE-2019-18996 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (32nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2019-18996?
- CVE-2019-18996 affects Abb Pb610 Panel Builder 600. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2019-18996?
- 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-2019-18996 published?
- CVE-2019-18996 was published on 2019-12-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:abb:pb610_panel_builder_600:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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