CVE-2019-5032

CVE-2019-5032 is a high-severity vulnerability in Aspose Aspose.cells with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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-125.

Key facts

Description

An exploitable out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in the LabelSst record parser of Aspose Aspose.Cells 19.1.0 library. A specially crafted XLS file can cause an out-of-bounds read, resulting in remote code execution. An attacker needs to provide a malformed file to the victim to trigger the vulnerability.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-5032?
An exploitable out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in the LabelSst record parser of Aspose Aspose.Cells 19.1.0 library. A specially crafted XLS file can cause an out-of-bounds read, resulting in remote code execution. An attacker needs to provide a malformed file to the victim to trigger the vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2019-5032?
CVE-2019-5032 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2019-5032 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-5032?
CVE-2019-5032 affects Aspose Aspose.cells. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-5032?
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-2019-5032 published?
CVE-2019-5032 was published on 2019-08-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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