Is CVE-2019-18980 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2019-18980 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2019-18980 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2019-18980 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2019-18980?

CVE-2019-18980 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2019-18980

CWE-306Published: November 14, 2019· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

On Signify Philips Taolight Smart Wi-Fi Wiz Connected LED Bulb 9290022656 devices, an unprotected API lets remote users control the bulb's operation. Anyone can turn the bulb on or off, or change its color or brightness remotely. There is no authentication or encryption to use the control API. The only requirement is that the attacker have network access to the bulb.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2019-18980 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

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 full integrity compromise (data manipulation), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.