CVE-2019-0686: High severity microsoft exchange server vulnerability

Published Mar 5, 2019

Updated

An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Microsoft Exchange Server, aka 'Microsoft Exchange Server Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2019-0724.

Affected Software

4 affected components

Microsoft Exchange Server=2010-sp3_rollup26

Microsoft Exchange Server=2013-cumulative_update_22

Microsoft Exchange Server=2016-cumulative_update_12

Microsoft Exchange Server=2019-cumulative_update_1

Remediation

Patch Available

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0686

Event History

Mar 5, 2019

CVE Published

11:29 PM

Mar 6, 2019

CVE Published

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·12:00 AM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-0686?

CVE-2019-0686 is rated as important severity by Microsoft, indicating a significant risk of exploitation.

How do I fix CVE-2019-0686?

To fix CVE-2019-0686, ensure that Microsoft Exchange Server is updated to the latest patch available from Microsoft.

Which versions of Microsoft Exchange Server are affected by CVE-2019-0686?

CVE-2019-0686 affects Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 SP3 Rollup 26, 2013 Cumulative Update 22, 2016 Cumulative Update 12, and 2019 Cumulative Update 1.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-0686?

CVE-2019-0686 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability that could allow an authenticated attacker to gain additional privileges.

Is there exploitation evidence for CVE-2019-0686?

There have been reports suggesting potential exploitation of CVE-2019-0686, emphasizing the need for prompt remediation.