CVE-2019-6225

Name: CVE-2019-6225
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-03-05T16:29:02.217+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 28.55%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2019-6225 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.1.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.3, tvOS 12.1.2. EPSS estimates a 28.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.1.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.3, tvOS 12.1.2. A malicious application may be able to elevate privileges.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

28.55%

97.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-787

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Iphone Os	< 12.1.3
Apple	Mac Os X	< 10.14.3
Apple	Tvos	< 12.1.2

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106695Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT209443Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209446Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209447Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/46248/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106695Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT209443Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209446Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209447Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/46248/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-6225?

A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.1.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.3, tvOS 12.1.2. A malicious application may be able to elevate privileges.

How severe is CVE-2019-6225?

Severity scoring for CVE-2019-6225 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 28.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2019-6225?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2019-6225?

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Source: NVD / NIST