CVE-2019-1057: MS XML Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Aug 14, 2019
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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'.

Other sources

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Microsoft XML Core Services MSXML parser processes user input. An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could run malicious code remotely to take control of the user’s system. To exploit the vulnerability, an attacker could host a specially crafted website designed to invoke MSXML through a web browser. However, an attacker would have no way to force a user to visit such a website. Instead, an attacker would typically have to convince a user to either click a link in an email message or instant message that would then take the user to the website. When Internet Explorer parses the XML content, an attacker could run malicious code remotely to take control of the user’s system. The update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how the MSXML parser processes user input.

NVD

Affected Software

19 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 10=1903
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT 8.1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1803
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1903
Microsoft Windows Server 2019

Event History

Aug 14, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:55 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-1057?

CVE-2019-1057 has a severity rating of Critical as it allows for remote code execution through the Microsoft XML Core Services MSXML parser.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-1057?

To fix CVE-2019-1057, apply the Microsoft security updates that address this remote code execution vulnerability.

3

Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2019-1057?

CVE-2019-1057 affects multiple versions of Windows including Windows 10, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, and various Windows Server editions.

4

What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2019-1057?

Exploiting CVE-2019-1057 can allow an attacker to run arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially taking complete control.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2019-1057?

Yes, CVE-2019-1057 generally requires user interaction, such as opening a malicious file or accessing a compromised website.

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