CVE-2019-0541
Confirmed PUBLISHEDA remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that the MSHTML engine inproperly validates input, aka "MSHTML Engine Remote Code Execution...
Recommended Action
Prioritize remediation. Validate affected assets and apply vendor fixes on an accelerated timeline.
At a Glance
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that the MSHTML engine inproperly validates input, aka "MSHTML Engine Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office Word Viewer, Internet Explorer 9, Internet Explorer 11, Microsoft Excel Viewer, Internet Explorer 10, Office 365 ProPlus.
- CVE Published
- Jan 08, 2019
- Exploitation Reported
- Nov 03, 2021
- CVSS
- 8.8 High
- EPSS
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Affected Versions
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| Vendor | Product | Version | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft |
Microsoft Office
|
2010 Service Pack 2 (32-bit editions) |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Microsoft Office
|
2010 Service Pack 2 (64-bit editions) |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Microsoft Office
|
2013 RT Service Pack 1 |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Microsoft Office
|
2013 Service Pack 1 (32-bit editions) |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Microsoft Office
|
2013 Service Pack 1 (64-bit editions) |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Microsoft Office
|
2016 (32-bit edition) |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Microsoft Office
|
2016 (64-bit edition) |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Microsoft Office
|
2019 for 32-bit editions |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Microsoft Office
|
2019 for 64-bit editions |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Microsoft Office Word Viewer
|
Microsoft Office Word Viewer |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 9
|
Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 9
|
Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 11
|
Windows 10 for 32-bit Systems |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 11
|
Windows 10 for x64-based Systems |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 11
|
Windows 10 Version 1607 for 32-bit Systems |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 11
|
Windows 10 Version 1607 for x64-based Systems |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 11
|
Windows 10 Version 1703 for 32-bit Systems |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 11
|
Windows 10 Version 1703 for x64-based Systems |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 11
|
Windows 10 Version 1709 for 32-bit Systems |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 11
|
Windows 10 Version 1709 for ARM64-based Systems |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 11
|
Windows 10 Version 1709 for x64-based Systems |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 11
|
Windows 10 Version 1803 for 32-bit Systems |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 11
|
Windows 10 Version 1803 for ARM64-based Systems |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 11
|
Windows 10 Version 1803 for x64-based Systems |
Affected |
| Microsoft |
Internet Explorer 11
|
Windows 10 Version 1809 for 32-bit Systems |
Affected |
CVE References
- 46536 exploit-db.com · Exploit https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/46536/
- 106402 securityfocus.com · VDB Entry http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106402
- portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0541 portal.msrc.microsoft.com · CVE Record https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CV...
Recommended Actions
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Known Exploited Vulnerability Sources
Catalogues that list this CVE as a known exploited vulnerability.
Per-source evidence links for KEV attestations are available through the KEVIntel Pro API.
Learn about Pro API access| Source | Added |
|---|---|
| CISA First | 2021-11-03 00:00 UTC |
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Virtual Patch
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CVSS Scores
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Exploitation Status
Exploited in the wild
Recorded 2021-11-03 00:00:00 UTC · CISA
Weaknesses (CWE)
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Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')
Timeline
Key exploitation, disclosure, scanner coverage, and KEV attestation events for this CVE.
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00:00 UTC over 4 years ago00:00 UTC · over 4 years ago
Added to CISA KEV
Listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog
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21:00 UTC over 7 years ago21:00 UTC · over 7 years ago
CVE published
Vulnerability disclosed publicly
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00:00 UTC over 7 years ago00:00 UTC · over 7 years ago
CVE ID reserved
Identifier reserved by the CNA
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Pro API Example
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