CVE-2019-8510

Description

An out-of-bounds read issue existed that led to the disclosure of kernel memory. This was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.2, macOS Mojave 10.14.4, tvOS 12.2, watchOS 5.2. A malicious application may be able to determine kernel memory layout.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.07%
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Affected: Apple iOS
Affected: Apple macOS
Affected: Apple tvOS
Affected: Apple watchOS
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References

Link Tags
https://support.apple.com/HT209599 vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209601 vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209600 vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT209602 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-8510?
CVE-2019-8510 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-8510?
To fix CVE-2019-8510, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2019-8510 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2019-8510 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2019-8510?
CVE-2019-8510 affects Apple iOS, Apple macOS, Apple tvOS, Apple watchOS.
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