CVE-2019-8858
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.70%
Last modified
CVE-2019-8858 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.1, Security Update 2019-001, and Security Update 2019-006. EPSS estimates a 0.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.1, Security Update 2019-001, and Security Update 2019-006. A user who shares their screen may not be able to end screen sharing.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.15.1 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210722Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210722Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-8858?
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.1, Security Update 2019-001, and Security Update 2019-006. A user who shares their screen may not be able to end screen sharing.
How severe is CVE-2019-8858?
CVE-2019-8858 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8858?
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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