CVE-2019-8789
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 1.31%
Last modified
CVE-2019-8789 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A validation issue existed in the handling of symlinks. This issue was addressed with improved validation of symlinks. EPSS estimates a 1.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A validation issue existed in the handling of symlinks. This issue was addressed with improved validation of symlinks. This issue is fixed in iOS 13.2 and iPadOS 13.2, macOS Catalina 10.15.1. Parsing a maliciously crafted iBooks file may lead to disclosure of user information.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 13.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 13.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.15.1 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT210721Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210722Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210721Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210722Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-8789?
A validation issue existed in the handling of symlinks. This issue was addressed with improved validation of symlinks. This issue is fixed in iOS 13.2 and iPadOS 13.2, macOS Catalina 10.15.1. Parsing a maliciously crafted iBooks file may lead to disclosure of user information.
How severe is CVE-2019-8789?
CVE-2019-8789 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8789?
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-2019-8789?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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