CVE-2019-12998
CVSS v3
7.5
HIGH
EPSS Score
1.8 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
c-lightning before 0.7.1 allows attackers to trigger loss of funds because of Incorrect Access Control. NOTE: README.md states "It can be used for testing, but it should not be used for real funds."
Technical details
- Published
- 2020-01-31
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2019-12998?
c-lightning before 0.7.1 allows attackers to trigger loss of funds because of Incorrect Access Control. NOTE: README.md states "It can be used for testing, but it should not be used for real funds."
Is CVE-2019-12998 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2019-12998 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 1.8% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2019-12998?
CVE-2019-12998 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.5 (HIGH severity).
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