PatchTheCVECVE-2019-20029: An exploitable privilege escalation vulnerability exists in the WebPro functionality of Aspire-derived NEC PBX
CVE-2019-20029 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting sv8100 firmware, sv9100 firmware, sl1100 firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
An exploitable privilege escalation vulnerability exists in the WebPro functionality of Aspire-derived NEC PBXes, including all versions of SV8100, SV9100, SL1100 and SL2100 devices. A specially crafted HTTP POST can cause privilege escalation resulting in a higher privileged account, including an undocumented developer level of access.
Why this priority
- High severity
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.6% (top 25%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2020-07-29 |
| 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-2019-20029?
sv8100 firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation; sv9100 firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation; sl1100 firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2019-20029 being exploited?
CVE-2019-20029 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-2019-20029 affect?
CVE-2019-20029 affects sv8100 firmware, sv9100 firmware, sl1100 firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). An exploitable privilege escalation vulnerability exists in the WebPro functionality of Aspire-derived NEC PBXes, including all versions of SV8100, SV9100, SL1100 and SL2100 devices. A specially crafted HTTP POST can cause privilege escalat
How urgent is CVE-2019-20029?
Priority 50/100. High severity
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