CVE-2019-8757
LOWCVSS 2.5/10EPSS 0.18%
Last modified
CVE-2019-8757 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 2.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A race condition existed when reading and writing user preferences. This was addressed with improved state handling. EPSS estimates a 0.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A race condition existed when reading and writing user preferences. This was addressed with improved state handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15. The "Share Mac Analytics" setting may not be disabled when a user deselects the switch to share analytics.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.15 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT210634Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210634Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-8757?
A race condition existed when reading and writing user preferences. This was addressed with improved state handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15. The "Share Mac Analytics" setting may not be disabled when a user deselects the switch to share analytics.
How severe is CVE-2019-8757?
CVE-2019-8757 has a CVSS score of 2.5/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8757?
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-2019-8757?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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