CVE-2019-25310
CVE-2019-25310 is a high-severity vulnerability 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-428.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v4: 8.5
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (2nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2019-19455
- Weakness: CWE-428
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
ActiveFax Server 6.92 Build 0316 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in the ActiveFaxServiceNT service that allows local attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code. Attackers can exploit the unquoted binary path to inject malicious executables that will be launched with elevated administrative privileges.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2019-25310?
- ActiveFax Server 6.92 Build 0316 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in the ActiveFaxServiceNT service that allows local attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code. Attackers can exploit the unquoted binary path to inject malicious executables that will be launched with elevated administrative privileges.
- How severe is CVE-2019-25310?
- CVE-2019-25310 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-2019-25310 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (2nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- How do I fix CVE-2019-25310?
- 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.
- Does CVE-2019-25310 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2019-25310 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2019-19455.
- When was CVE-2019-25310 published?
- CVE-2019-25310 was published on 2026-02-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- https://www.actfax.com/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/47503
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/activefax-server-build-activefaxservicent-unquoted-service-path
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