CVE-2019-6236
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.18%
Last modified
CVE-2019-6236 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A race condition existed during the installation of iCloud for Windows. This was addressed with improved state handling. EPSS estimates a 1.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A race condition existed during the installation of iCloud for Windows. This was addressed with improved state handling. This issue is fixed in iCloud for Windows 7.11. Running the iCloud installer in an untrusted directory may result in arbitrary code execution.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Icloud | < 7.11 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT209605Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT209605Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-6236?
A race condition existed during the installation of iCloud for Windows. This was addressed with improved state handling. This issue is fixed in iCloud for Windows 7.11. Running the iCloud installer in an untrusted directory may result in arbitrary code execution.
How severe is CVE-2019-6236?
CVE-2019-6236 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-6236?
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.
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