7.8
CWE
287
Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2019-8533

First published: Mon Mar 25 2019(Updated: )

A lock handling issue was addressed with improved lock handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Mojave 10.14.4. A Mac may not lock when disconnecting from an external monitor.

Credit: product-security@apple.com an anonymous researcher James Eagan TR. Scott Kemp MIT Romke van Dijk Z

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple macOS Mojave<10.14.4
10.14.4
Apple High Sierra
Apple Sierra
Apple Mac OS X<10.14.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2019-8533?

    CVE-2019-8533 is a vulnerability in macOS Mojave 10.14.4 and earlier that allows a Mac to not lock when disconnecting from an external monitor.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-8533?

    The severity of CVE-2019-8533 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

  • How can I fix CVE-2019-8533?

    To fix CVE-2019-8533, update your macOS to version 10.14.4 or newer.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-8533?

    You can find more information about CVE-2019-8533 on the Apple support page: https://support.apple.com/HT209600.

  • What is CWE-287?

    CWE-287 is a weakness in macOS Mojave 10.14.4 and earlier that relates to an improper authentication vulnerability.

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