How severe is CVE-2019-6265?

CVE-2019-6265 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-2019-6265 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (42nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2019-6265?

CVE-2019-6265 affects Cordaware Bestinformed. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2019-6265?

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-2019-6265 published?

CVE-2019-6265 was published on 2019-02-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2019-6265

CVE-2019-6265 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cordaware Bestinformed 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.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 4.6
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (42nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Cordaware Bestinformed
Published: 2019-02-25
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The Scripting and AutoUpdate functionality in Cordaware bestinformed Microsoft Windows client versions before 6.2.1.0 are affected by insecure implementations which allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands and escalate privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-6265?: The Scripting and AutoUpdate functionality in Cordaware bestinformed Microsoft Windows client versions before 6.2.1.0 are affected by insecure implementations which allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands and escalate privileges.
How severe is CVE-2019-6265?: CVE-2019-6265 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-2019-6265 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (42nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-6265?: CVE-2019-6265 affects Cordaware Bestinformed. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-6265?: 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-2019-6265 published?: CVE-2019-6265 was published on 2019-02-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.detack.de/en/cve-2019-6265-6266

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:cordaware:bestinformed:*:*:*:*:*:windows:*:*

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