CVE-2019-6566: High severity ge ge communicator vulnerability
Published May 9, 2019
·Updated
GE Communicator, all versions prior to 4.0.517, allows a non-administrative user to replace the uninstaller with a malicious version, which could allow an attacker to gain administrator privileges to the system.
Affected Software
1 affected component
GE GE Communicator<4.0.517
Event History
May 9, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:51 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:51 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2019-6566?
CVE-2019-6566 has been assigned a medium severity rating due to the risk of a non-administrative user gaining elevated administrative privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2019-6566?
To mitigate CVE-2019-6566, upgrade GE Communicator to version 4.0.517 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2019-6566?
All users of GE Communicator versions prior to 4.0.517 are affected by CVE-2019-6566.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-6566?
CVE-2019-6566 is a privilege escalation vulnerability that allows non-administrative users to execute malicious actions.
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Can CVE-2019-6566 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2019-6566 can potentially lead to data breaches if an attacker gains administrator privileges.