CVE-2019-0790: XEE

Published Apr 9, 2019

Updated

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Microsoft XML Core Services MSXML parser processes user input, aka 'MS XML Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2019-0791, CVE-2019-0792, CVE-2019-0793, CVE-2019-0795.

Affected Software

15 affected components

Microsoft Windows 10

Microsoft Windows 10=1607

Microsoft Windows 10=1703

Microsoft Windows 10=1709

Microsoft Windows 10=1803

Microsoft Windows 10=1809

Microsoft Windows 7=sp1

Microsoft Windows 8.1

Microsoft Windows RT 8.1

Microsoft Windows Server 2012

Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2

Microsoft Windows Server 2016

Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1709

Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1803

Microsoft Windows Server 2019

Remediation

Patch Available

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-0790

Event History

Apr 9, 2019

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:15 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:15 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-0790?

CVE-2019-0790 is classified as a critical remote code execution vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2019-0790?

To fix CVE-2019-0790, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.

What systems are affected by CVE-2019-0790?

CVE-2019-0790 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows 7, Windows 10, and Windows Server editions.

What exploitability concerns are associated with CVE-2019-0790?

CVE-2019-0790 could allow an attacker to remotely execute arbitrary code if the vulnerable MSXML parser processes malicious input.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-0790?

Currently, the recommended solution for CVE-2019-0790 is to install the security patches released by Microsoft.