Is CVE-2019-17098 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2019-17098 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2019-17098 be exploited remotely?

Partially. CVE-2019-17098 requires adjacent network access (same network segment) to exploit.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2019-17098?

CVE-2019-17098 has a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

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MEDIUM

CVE-2019-17098

CWE-321Published: September 30, 2020· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

6.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Use of hard-coded cryptographic key vulnerability in August Connect Wi-Fi Bridge App, Connect Firmware allows an attacker to decrypt an intercepted payload containing the Wi-Fi network authentication credentials. This issue affects: August Connect Wi-Fi Bridge App version v10.11.0 and prior versions on Android. August Connect Firmware version 2.2.12 and prior versions.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2019-17098 requires adjacent network access, limiting remote exploitation but still posing risk in shared or local network environments.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), with a CVSS base score of 6.5.