Vulnerability Description
A type confusion issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.5, tvOS 12.3, watchOS 5.2.1. An application may be able to cause unexpected system termination or write kernel memory.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 12.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.14.5 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 12.3 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 5.2.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT210118Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210119Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210120Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210122Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210118Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210119Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210120Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT210122Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-8591?
CVE-2019-8591 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). A type confusion issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.5, tvOS 12.3, watchOS 5.2.1. An application may be able to cause unexpected syst...
How severe is CVE-2019-8591?
CVE-2019-8591 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-8591?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os, Apple Mac Os X, Apple Tvos, Apple Watchos.