CVE-2019-8514
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 3.10%
Last modified
CVE-2019-8514 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.2, macOS Mojave 10.14.4, tvOS 12.2, watchOS 5.2. EPSS estimates a 3.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.2, macOS Mojave 10.14.4, tvOS 12.2, watchOS 5.2. An application may be able to gain elevated privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 12.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.14.4 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 12.2 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 5.2 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT209599Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT209600Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT209601Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT209602Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT209599Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT209600Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT209601Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT209602Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-8514?
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.2, macOS Mojave 10.14.4, tvOS 12.2, watchOS 5.2. An application may be able to gain elevated privileges.
How severe is CVE-2019-8514?
CVE-2019-8514 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8514?
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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