CVE-2019-8841
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2019-8841 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An information disclosure issue was addressed by removing the vulnerable code. This issue is fixed in iOS 13.3 and iPadOS 13.3. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An information disclosure issue was addressed by removing the vulnerable code. This issue is fixed in iOS 13.3 and iPadOS 13.3. An application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 13.3 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 13.3 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210785Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210785Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-8841?
An information disclosure issue was addressed by removing the vulnerable code. This issue is fixed in iOS 13.3 and iPadOS 13.3. An application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
How severe is CVE-2019-8841?
CVE-2019-8841 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8841?
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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