CVE-2019-8553
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.83%
Last modified
CVE-2019-8553 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.2, tvOS 12.2, watchOS 5.2. EPSS estimates a 1.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.2, tvOS 12.2, watchOS 5.2. Clicking a malicious SMS link may lead to arbitrary code execution.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 12.2 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 12.2 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 5.2 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT209599Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT209601Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT209602Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT209599Vendor 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-2019-8553?
A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.2, tvOS 12.2, watchOS 5.2. Clicking a malicious SMS link may lead to arbitrary code execution.
How severe is CVE-2019-8553?
CVE-2019-8553 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8553?
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-2019-8553?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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