Is CVE-2019-0708 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2019-0708 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2019-0708 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2019-0708 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2019-0708?

CVE-2019-0708 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2019-0708

Published: November 3, 2021

EPSS:94.46%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:100.0th

Official Description

Microsoft Remote Desktop Services, formerly known as Terminal Service, contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated attacker to connect to the target system using RDP and send specially crafted requests. Successful exploitation allows for remote code execution. The vulnerability is also known under the moniker of BlueKeep.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Remote Desktop Services Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2021-11-03Federal patch deadline: 2022-05-03⚠ USED IN RANSOMWARE CAMPAIGNS

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

Microsoft Remote Desktop Services (BlueKeep) contains a critical vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated attacker to achieve remote code execution by sending specially crafted requests over RDP. The high EPSS score of 0.94456 indicates a very high likelihood of exploitation, making this a severe threat. This vulnerability is confirmed to be actively exploited.

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is part of CISA's KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable by an unauthenticated attacker connecting via RDP.

Recommended Action

Apply the security updates from Microsoft for Remote Desktop Services to patch the BlueKeep vulnerability. Restrict RDP access to only necessary and trusted users, and consider using a VPN for RDP connections.

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-2019-0708 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-2019-0708 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.