CVE-2019-6223

Name: CVE-2019-6223
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-03-05T16:29:02.06+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 2.63%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2019-6223 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue existed in the handling of Group FaceTime calls. The issue was addressed with improved state management. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 2.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A logic issue existed in the handling of Group FaceTime calls. The issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.1.4, macOS Mojave 10.14.3 Supplemental Update. The initiator of a Group FaceTime call may be able to cause the recipient to answer.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

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

EPSS Probability

2.63%

83.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by May 3, 2022.

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Iphone Os	< 12.1.4
Apple	Mac Os X	< 10.14.3

References

https://support.apple.com/HT209520Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209521Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209520Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209521Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2019-6223US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Mar 5, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-6223?

How severe is CVE-2019-6223?

CVE-2019-6223 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2019-6223?

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Source: NVD / NIST