CVE-2019-8642
LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.31%
Last modified
CVE-2019-8642 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue existed in the handling of S-MIME certificates. This issue was addressed with improved validation of S-MIME certificates. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue existed in the handling of S-MIME certificates. This issue was addressed with improved validation of S-MIME certificates. This issue is fixed in macOS Mojave 10.14.4, Security Update 2019-002 High Sierra, Security Update 2019-002 Sierra. Processing a maliciously crafted mail message may lead to S/MIME signature spoofing.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.14.4 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209600Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209600Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-8642?
An issue existed in the handling of S-MIME certificates. This issue was addressed with improved validation of S-MIME certificates. This issue is fixed in macOS Mojave 10.14.4, Security Update 2019-002 High Sierra, Security Update 2019-002 Sierra. Processing a maliciously crafted mail message may lead to S/MIME signature spoofing.
How severe is CVE-2019-8642?
CVE-2019-8642 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8642?
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.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
- Autonomous PentestingAI agents that find and validate exploitable vulnerabilities like this one across your applications.
- PR ReviewsPentest every pull request so vulnerable code is caught before it ships to production.
- AI Penetration TestingHow AI-driven penetration testing continuously covers your attack surface.
Related CVEs from 2019
- CVE-2019-8635A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved memory…7.8
- CVE-2019-8637An input validation issue was addressed with improved input …7.8
- CVE-2019-8638Multiple memory corruption issues were addressed with improv…8.8
- CVE-2019-8639Multiple memory corruption issues were addressed with improv…8.8
- CVE-2019-8640A logic issue was addressed with improved validation. This i…7.5
- CVE-2019-8641An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved input vali…9.8
- CVE-2019-8643CVE-2019-8643: Arun Sharma of VMWare This issue is fixed in …9.8
- CVE-2019-8644Multiple memory corruption issues were addressed with improv…8.8
- CVE-2019-8645An issue existed in the handling of encrypted Mail. This iss…6.5
- CVE-2019-8646An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved input vali…7.5
- CVE-2019-8647A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory ma…9.8
- CVE-2019-8648A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved input …9.8
Are you affected by CVE-2019-8642?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
Scan your code nowSource: NVD / NIST
