Is CVE-2019-5016 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2019-5016 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2019-5016 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2019-5016 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2019-5016?

CVE-2019-5016 has a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2019-5016

CWE-200Published: June 17, 2019· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.1

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An exploitable arbitrary memory read vulnerability exists in the KCodes NetUSB.ko kernel module which enables the ReadySHARE Printer functionality of at least two NETGEAR Nighthawk Routers and potentially several other vendors/products. A specially crafted index value can cause an invalid memory read, resulting in a denial of service or remote information disclosure. An unauthenticated attacker can send a crafted packet on the local network to trigger this vulnerability.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2019-5016 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 complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.1.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-200): Information exposure vulnerabilities leak sensitive data to unauthorized actors.