CVE-2019-8605
CVSS v3
7.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
14.4 %
exploit probability
CISA KEV
Yes
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.5, tvOS 12.3, watchOS 5.2.1. A malicious application may be able to execute arbitrary code with system privileges.
CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
- Date Added
- 2022-06-27
- Patch Due Date
- 2022-07-18
- Ransomware Use
- Unknown
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2019-8605?
A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.5, tvOS 12.3, watchOS 5.2.1. A malicious application may be able to execute arbitrary code with system privileges.
Is CVE-2019-8605 actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2019-8605 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 2022-07-18.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2019-8605?
CVE-2019-8605 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.8 (HIGH severity).
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