CVE-2019-14319: Medium severity tiktok vulnerability

Published Sep 4, 2019
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Updated

The TikTok (formerly Musical.ly) application 12.2.0 for Android and iOS performs unencrypted transmission of images, videos, and likes. This allows an attacker to extract private sensitive information by sniffing network traffic.

Affected Software

10 affected components
TikTok TikTok=12.2.0
TikTok TikTok=12.3.0
TikTok TikTok=12.4.0
TikTok TikTok=12.5.0
TikTok TikTok=12.6.0
TikTok TikTok=12.6.1
TikTok TikTok=12.7.0
TikTok TikTok=12.8.0
Apple iPhone OS
Google Android

Event History

Sep 4, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:57 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-14319?

CVE-2019-14319 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive user data.

2

Which versions of TikTok are affected by CVE-2019-14319?

CVE-2019-14319 affects TikTok versions 12.2.0 to 12.8.0 on both Android and iOS platforms.

3

How do I fix CVE-2019-14319?

To fix CVE-2019-14319, update the TikTok application to the latest version available on your device.

4

What type of information can be compromised due to CVE-2019-14319?

CVE-2019-14319 can allow attackers to capture private sensitive information, including images, videos, and user interactions.

5

Is the unencrypted transmission in CVE-2019-14319 a common issue?

Yes, unencrypted transmission of data is a common concern in many applications, potentially leading to vulnerabilities like CVE-2019-14319.

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