CVE-2026-16519 — HIGH (7.3)

Vulnerability Description

A DLL hijacking vulnerability exists in the GeoVision GV-IP Device Utility desktop application. The application loads one or more dynamic-link libraries (DLLs) from an unsafe search path, allowing a local attacker to place a malicious DLL in a location searched before the legitimate library location.

CVSS Score

7.3

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-427

References

https://www.geovision.com.tw/cyber_security.php

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-16519?

CVE-2026-16519 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.3 (HIGH). A DLL hijacking vulnerability exists in the GeoVision GV-IP Device Utility desktop application. The application loads one or more dynamic-link libraries (DLLs) from an unsafe search path, allowing a l...

How severe is CVE-2026-16519?

CVE-2026-16519 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-16519?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.