PatchTheCVECVE-2019-19452: A buffer overflow was found in Patriot Viper RGB through 1.1 when processing IoControlCode 0x80102040
CVE-2019-19452 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting viper rgb driver. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A buffer overflow was found in Patriot Viper RGB through 1.1 when processing IoControlCode 0x80102040. Local attackers (including low integrity processes) can exploit this to gain NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM privileges.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.5% (top 57%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-787 |
| Published | 2020-02-21 |
| 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-2019-19452?
viper rgb driver: upgrade to newer than 1.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2019-19452 being exploited?
CVE-2019-19452 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-2019-19452 affect?
CVE-2019-19452 affects viper rgb driver. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). A buffer overflow was found in Patriot Viper RGB through 1.1 when processing IoControlCode 0x80102040. Local attackers (including low integrity processes) can exploit this to gain NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM privileges.
How urgent is CVE-2019-19452?
Priority 43/100. High severity; Public exploit reference