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CVE-2019-8542: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Mar 25 2019(Updated: )

A buffer overflow was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.2, macOS Mojave 10.14.4, tvOS 12.2, watchOS 5.2, iTunes 12.9.4 for Windows, iCloud for Windows 7.11. A malicious application may be able to elevate privileges.

Credit: an anonymous researcher product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
tvOS<12.2
12.2
macOS Mojave<10.14.4
10.14.4
macOS High Sierra
macOS High Sierra
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS<12.2
12.2
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS<5.2
5.2
Apple iCloud for Windows<7.11
Apple iTunes for Windows<12.9.4
iOS<12.2
Apple iOS and macOS<10.14.4
tvOS<12.2
Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS<5.2
Apple iCloud<7.11
7.11
Apple iTunes<12.9.4
12.9.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

    The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2019-8542.

  • What is the description of the vulnerability?

    A buffer overflow was addressed with improved bounds checking. A malicious application may be able to elevate privileges.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-8542?

    The severity of CVE-2019-8542 is high.

  • Which Apple products are affected by this vulnerability?

    iOS 12.2, macOS Mojave 10.14.4, tvOS 12.2, watchOS 5.2, iTunes 12.9.4 for Windows, and iCloud for Windows 7.11 are affected by this vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2019-8542?

    To fix CVE-2019-8542, update your software to iOS 12.2, macOS Mojave 10.14.4, tvOS 12.2, watchOS 5.2, iTunes 12.9.4 for Windows, or iCloud for Windows 7.11.

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