Is CVE-2019-0676 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2019-0676 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2019-0676 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2019-0676 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2019-0676?

CVE-2019-0676 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2019-0676

Published: May 23, 2022

EPSS:23.82%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:95.9th

Official Description

An information disclosure vulnerability exists when Internet Explorer improperly handles objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could test for the presence of files on disk.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Internet Explorer Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2022-05-23Federal patch deadline: 2022-06-13

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

An information disclosure vulnerability in Internet Explorer allows an attacker to test for the presence of files on disk due to improper handling of objects in memory. The high EPSS score and confirmed exploitation by CISA highlight the urgency of addressing this vulnerability. This flaw is rated as HIGH severity.

This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild. It is remotely exploitable through crafted web content.

Recommended Action

Users of Internet Explorer should update to the latest available version or consider using a modern, supported browser. Implement strong security configurations to limit information disclosure.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2019-0676 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2019-0676 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.