CVE-2019-3010
HighExploitedPublic exploitThe supported version that is affected is 11.
Published Oct 16, 2019 · Updated Jan 12, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2019-3010 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.8 v3.1) affecting Solaris (Oracle), Solaris Operating System.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since May 25, 2022. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
8.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
13%
Higher than 96.3% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Vulnerability in the Oracle Solaris product of Oracle Systems (component: XScreenSaver). The supported version that is affected is 11. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with logon to the infrastructure where Oracle Solaris executes to compromise Oracle Solaris. While the vulnerability is in Oracle Solaris, attacks may significantly impact additional products. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of Oracle Solaris. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 8.8 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | May 25, 2022 | Jun 15, 2022 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | May 25, 2022 | Jun 15, 2022 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | May 25, 2022 | Jun 15, 2022 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | May 25, 2022 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| SolarisOracle | 11 | n/a |
| Solaris Operating System | >= 11 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Oct 16, 2019
Added to CISA KEV
May 25, 2022
Added to Industry KEV feed
May 25, 2022
Added to CIRCL KEV
May 25, 2022
Added to ENISA EUVD
May 25, 2022
Last updated
Jan 12, 2026
References
- advisory20191018 CVE-2019-3010 - Local privilege escalation on Solaris 11.x via xscreensaver
- patchhttp://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuoct2019-5072832.html
- exploithttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/154960/Solaris-xscreensaver-Privilege-Escalation.html
- exploitMSF xscreensaver_log_priv_esc.rb
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
Vulnerability in the Oracle Solaris product of Oracle Systems (component: XScreenSaver).
Affected: Solaris (Oracle) versions 11; Solaris Operating System versions >= 11. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since May 25, 2022.
Yes. It was added on May 25, 2022 with a federal remediation due date of Jun 15, 2022.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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