CVE-2019-8620
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.51%
Last modified
CVE-2019-8620 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A user privacy issue was addressed by removing the broadcast MAC address. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.3, tvOS 12.3, watchOS 5.2.1. EPSS estimates a 1.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A user privacy issue was addressed by removing the broadcast MAC address. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.3, tvOS 12.3, watchOS 5.2.1. A device may be passively tracked by its WiFi MAC address.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 12.3 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 12.3 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 5.2.1 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT210118Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210120Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210122Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210118Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210120Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210122Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-8620?
A user privacy issue was addressed by removing the broadcast MAC address. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.3, tvOS 12.3, watchOS 5.2.1. A device may be passively tracked by its WiFi MAC address.
How severe is CVE-2019-8620?
CVE-2019-8620 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8620?
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-2019-8620?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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