Is CVE-2019-18426 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2019-18426 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2019-18426 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2019-18426 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2019-18426?

CVE-2019-18426 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2019-18426

Published: May 23, 2022

EPSS:55.27%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:98.0th

Official Description

A vulnerability in WhatsApp Desktop when paired with WhatsApp for iPhone allows cross-site scripting and local file reading.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

WhatsApp Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability

A vulnerability in WhatsApp Desktop when paired with WhatsApp for iPhone allows cross-site scripting and local file reading.

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

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

This vulnerability in WhatsApp Desktop, when paired with WhatsApp for iPhone, allows for cross-site scripting and local file reading, potentially exposing sensitive user data. Its inclusion in the KEV catalog and a high EPSS score indicate a significant and confirmed risk of exploitation.

This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's KEV catalog, confirming its real-world exploitation.

Recommended Action

Ensure WhatsApp Desktop and WhatsApp for iPhone are updated to the latest versions. Users should be cautious about opening suspicious links or files received through WhatsApp.

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-2019-18426 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-2019-18426 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.