CVE-2019-8805
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 2.57%
Last modified
CVE-2019-8805 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A validation issue existed in the entitlement verification. This issue was addressed with improved validation of the process entitlement. EPSS estimates a 2.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A validation issue existed in the entitlement verification. This issue was addressed with improved validation of the process entitlement. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.1. An application may be able to execute arbitrary code with system privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.15.1 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT210722Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210722Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-8805?
A validation issue existed in the entitlement verification. This issue was addressed with improved validation of the process entitlement. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.1. An application may be able to execute arbitrary code with system privileges.
How severe is CVE-2019-8805?
CVE-2019-8805 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8805?
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.
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