Is CVE-2019-6161 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2019-6161 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2019-6161 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2019-6161 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2019-6161?

CVE-2019-6161 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2019-6161

CWE-384Published: September 26, 2019· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An internal product security audit discovered a session handling vulnerability in the web interface of ThinkAgile CP-SB (Storage Block) BMC in firmware versions prior to 1908.M. This vulnerability allows session IDs to be reused, which could provide unauthorized access to the BMC under certain circumstances. This vulnerability does not affect ThinkSystem XCC, System x IMM2, or other BMCs.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2019-6161 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), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.