PatchTheCVECVE-2019-12313: XSS exists in Shave before 2.5.3 because output encoding is mishandled during the overwrite of an HTML element
CVE-2019-12313 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.1) affecting shave. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
XSS exists in Shave before 2.5.3 because output encoding is mishandled during the overwrite of an HTML element.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.1 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.3% (top 30%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-79 |
| Published | 2019-05-24 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2019-12313?
shave: upgrade to 2.5.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2019-12313 being exploited?
CVE-2019-12313 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2019-12313 affect?
CVE-2019-12313 affects shave. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.1). XSS exists in Shave before 2.5.3 because output encoding is mishandled during the overwrite of an HTML element.
How urgent is CVE-2019-12313?
Priority 39/100. No elevated risk signals yet.