Is CVE-2019-13923 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2019-13923 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2019-13923 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2019-13923 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2019-13923?

CVE-2019-13923 has a CVSS score of 9.6 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2019-13923

CWE-80Published: September 13, 2019· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.6

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability has been identified in IE/WSN-PA Link WirelessHART Gateway (All versions). The integrated configuration web server of the affected device could allow Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks if unsuspecting users are tricked into accessing a malicious link. User interaction is required for a successful exploitation. The user must be logged into the web interface in order for the exploitation to succeed. At the stage of publishing this security advisory no public exploitation is known.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2019-13923 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.6.

The vulnerability has a "Changed" scope, meaning successful exploitation can impact components beyond the vulnerable component itself — such as the host operating system or adjacent services.