CVE-2019-0676VulnerabilityPublished 05/23/2022Updated 10/24/2026

CVE-2019-0676: Microsoft Internet Explorer Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Affects Microsoft Internet ExplorerSource CISA KEV

Severity

High

No CVSS score published yet

Exploitation: Actively exploited – in CISA KEV since 05/23/2022
KEV deadline: 06/13/2022
EPSS: 8.1% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 94% of CVEs

What to do

CISA required action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2019-0676 (opens in a new tab)

Description

CVE-2019-0676 is an information disclosure vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer where improper handling of objects in memory allows an attacker to test for the presence of files on disk. This vulnerability has been exploited in the wild. No specific affected versions or patch information is provided in the available data.

Summary

This vulnerability arises from Internet Explorer improperly handling objects in memory, which can be exploited by an attacker to determine whether specific files exist on the victim's disk. The vulnerability is identified as CVE-2019-0676 and has been observed in active exploitation scenarios. However, no detailed version information or patch status is provided in the source data.

Impact

Successful exploitation can lead to information disclosure by allowing an attacker to confirm the presence of files on the target system. This may aid further attacks or reconnaissance but does not directly result in code execution or system compromise based on the provided information.

Mitigation

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor Microsoft advisories for updates regarding this vulnerability.

What to do

Description

AnalysisAI-generated, updated 10/24/2026, 11:41:11 UTC

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