CVE-2019-6566
CVE-2019-6566 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ge Ge Communicator 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-284.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 7.2
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (26th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-284
- Affected product: Ge Ge Communicator
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
GE Communicator, all versions prior to 4.0.517, allows a non-administrative user to replace the uninstaller with a malicious version, which could allow an attacker to gain administrator privileges to the system.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2019-6566?
- GE Communicator, all versions prior to 4.0.517, allows a non-administrative user to replace the uninstaller with a malicious version, which could allow an attacker to gain administrator privileges to the system.
- How severe is CVE-2019-6566?
- CVE-2019-6566 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-2019-6566 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-2019-6566?
- CVE-2019-6566 affects Ge Ge Communicator. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2019-6566?
- 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-2019-6566 published?
- CVE-2019-6566 was published on 2019-05-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:ge:ge_communicator:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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