CVE-2019-19609
HighExploitedPublic exploitDuplicate Advisory: OS Command Injection in Strapi
Published Dec 10, 2021 · Updated Jul 8, 2026 · Also known as GHSA-49vv-6q7q-w5cf, GHSA-9p2w-rmx4-9mw7
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2019-19609 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.2 v3.1) affecting Strapi.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Mar 21, 2023. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Strapi 3.0.0-beta.17.8, Strapi <=1.6.4, Strapi 1.6.4.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
7.2
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
54%
Higher than 98.9% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
The Strapi framework before 3.0.0-beta.17.8 is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in the Install and Uninstall Plugin components of the Admin panel, because it does not sanitize the plugin name, and attackers can inject arbitrary shell commands to be executed by the execa function.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Mar 21, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
94 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| StrapiStrapi | 3.0.0-alpha10.1, 3.0.0-alpha10.2, 3.0.0-alpha10.3, 3.0.0-alpha11, 3.0.0-alpha11.1, 3.0.0-alpha11.2, 3.0.0-alpha11.3, 3.0.0-alpha12 | 1.6.4 |
Patched Releases
Strapi
3.0.0-beta.17.8, <=1.6.4
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Dec 10, 2021
Added to Industry KEV feed
Mar 21, 2023
Last updated
Jul 8, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-20 Improper Input Validation
- CWE-77 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')
- CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
References
- advisoryGHSA advisory
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2019-19609
- exploithttps://bittherapy.net/post/strapi-framework-remote-code-execution/
- exploitExploitDB-50238
- articlehttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163940/Strapi-3.0.0-beta.17.7-Remote-Code-Execution.html
FAQ
Common Questions.
The Strapi framework before 3.0.0-beta.17.8 is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in the Install and Uninstall Plugin components of the Admin panel, because it does not sanitize the plugin name, and attackers can inject arbitrary shell commands to be executed by the execa function.
Affected: Strapi versions 3.0.0-alpha10.1, 3.0.0-alpha10.2, 3.0.0-alpha10.3, 3.0.0-alpha11, 3.0.0-alpha11.1, 3.0.0-alpha11.2, 3.0.0-alpha11.3, 3.0.0-alpha12. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Mar 21, 2023.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Strapi 3.0.0-beta.17.8, Strapi <=1.6.4, Strapi 1.6.4.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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