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CVE-2019-25466

8.4 · HIGH

Easy File Sharing Web Server 7.2 contains a local structured exception handling buffer overflow vulnerability that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by creating a malicious username.

Published Mar 11, 2026CWE-787EPSS 0.15%

Overview

CVE-2019-25466 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 11, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.4 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.4, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Easy File Sharing Web Server 7.2 contains a local structured exception handling buffer overflow vulnerability that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by creating a malicious username. Attackers can craft a username with a payload containing 4059 bytes of padding followed by a nseh value and seh pointer to trigger the overflow when adding a new user account.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-25466?

CVE-2019-25466 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 11, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.4 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2019-25466?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.4, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2019-25466?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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