Is CVE-2019-5825 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2019-5825 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2019-5825 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2019-5825 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2019-5825?

CVE-2019-5825 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2019-5825

Published: June 8, 2022

EPSS:73.66%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:98.8th

Official Description

Google Chromium V8 Engine contains an out-of-bounds write vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to potentially exploit heap corruption via a crafted HTML page. This vulnerability could affect multiple web browsers that utilize Chromium, including, but not limited to, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Opera.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Google Chromium V8 Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2022-06-08Federal patch deadline: 2022-06-22

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

A critical out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the Google Chromium V8 Engine allows a remote attacker to potentially corrupt memory via a specially crafted HTML page. This flaw affects multiple web browsers utilizing Chromium, including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Opera. With an EPSS score of 0.73662 and confirmed exploitation by CISA (is_in_kev: true), this is a high-priority vulnerability that is actively being exploited.

Active exploitation of this vulnerability has been observed in the wild, indicating it is a significant threat. The confirmed presence in CISA's KEV further underscores its active use by attackers.

Recommended Action

Users of Chromium-based browsers should update to the latest available versions immediately. Ensure automatic updates are enabled for web browsers to receive timely patches.

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-2019-5825 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-2019-5825 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.