medium
5.5
CWE
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Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2019-6207: Input Validation

First published: Mon Mar 25 2019(Updated: )

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.

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Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple tvOS<12.2
12.2
Apple iOS<12.2
12.2
Apple macOS<10.14.4
10.14.4
Apple High Sierra
Apple Sierra
Apple iPhone OS<12.2
macOS Yosemite<10.14.4
Apple tvOS<12.2
Apple watchOS<5.2
watchOS<5.2
5.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

    The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2019-6207.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-6207?

    The severity of CVE-2019-6207 is medium, with a severity value of 5.5.

  • How can this vulnerability be fixed?

    This vulnerability can be fixed by updating to the latest versions of the affected software: iOS 12.2, macOS Mojave 10.14.4, tvOS 12.2, and watchOS 5.2.

  • What is the impact of this vulnerability?

    The impact of this vulnerability is the disclosure of kernel memory, which could be used by a malicious application to determine kernel memory layout.

  • Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?

    You can find more information about this vulnerability on the Apple support page: [link](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209599).

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