CVE-2019-6230

Name: CVE-2019-6230
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-03-05T16:29:02.763+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.09%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2019-6230 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A memory initialization issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.1.3,macOS Mojave 10.14.3,tvOS 12.1.2,watchOS 5.1.3. EPSS estimates a 1.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A memory initialization issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.1.3,macOS Mojave 10.14.3,tvOS 12.1.2,watchOS 5.1.3. A malicious application may be able to break out of its sandbox.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.09%

61.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-665

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Iphone Os	< 12.1.3
Apple	Mac Os X	< 10.14.3
Apple	Tvos	< 12.1.2
Apple	Watchos	< 5.1.3

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106739Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT209443Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209446Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209447Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209448Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106739Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.apple.com/HT209443Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209446Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209447Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209448Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-6230?

How severe is CVE-2019-6230?

Severity scoring for CVE-2019-6230 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2019-6230?

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-2019-6230?

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Source: NVD / NIST