Vulnerability Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.2, Security Update 2019-002 Mojave, and Security Update 2019-007 High Sierra. A Mac may not lock immediately upon wake.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.15.2 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210788Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210788Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-8851?
CVE-2019-8851 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.2, Security Update 2019-002 Mojave, and Security Update 2019-007 High Sierra. A Mac may not lock...
How severe is CVE-2019-8851?
CVE-2019-8851 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-8851?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.