CVE-2019-6564: High severity ge ge communicator vulnerability

Published May 9, 2019
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Updated

GE Communicator, all versions prior to 4.0.517, allows a non-administrative user to place malicious files within the installer file directory, which may allow an attacker to gain administrative privileges on a system during installation or upgrade.

Affected Software

1 affected component
GE GE Communicator<4.0.517

Event History

May 9, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:27 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-6564?

CVE-2019-6564 is rated as a potentially critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow non-administrative users to gain administrative privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-6564?

To fix CVE-2019-6564, upgrade GE Communicator to version 4.0.517 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2019-6564?

CVE-2019-6564 affects all versions of GE Communicator prior to 4.0.517.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2019-6564 facilitate?

CVE-2019-6564 facilitates privilege escalation attacks by allowing malicious files to be placed in the installer file directory.

5

Can CVE-2019-6564 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2019-6564 typically requires local access to exploit, as it involves placing files within the installer directory.

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