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CVE-2019-8567: Infoleak

First published: Mon Mar 25 2019(Updated: )

A user privacy issue was addressed by removing the broadcast MAC address. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.2. A device may be passively tracked by its WiFi MAC address.

Credit: David Kreitschmann Milan Stute Secure Mobile Networking Lab at Technische UniversitDavid Kreitschmann Milan Stute Secure Mobile Networking Lab at Technische Universit product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple iOS<12.2
12.2
Apple macOS Mojave<10.14.4
10.14.4
Apple High Sierra
Apple Sierra
Apple iPhone OS<12.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID?

    The vulnerability ID is CVE-2019-8567.

  • What is the title of the vulnerability?

    The title of the vulnerability is Wi-Fi. A user privacy issue was addressed by removing the broadcast MAC address.

  • What is the description of the vulnerability?

    The description of the vulnerability is Wi-Fi. A user privacy issue was addressed by removing the broadcast MAC address.

  • Which software is affected by the vulnerability?

    The software affected by the vulnerability includes macOS Mojave 10.14.4, High Sierra, and Sierra.

  • How was the user privacy issue addressed?

    The user privacy issue was addressed by removing the broadcast MAC address.

  • Where can I find more information about the vulnerability?

    You can find more information about the vulnerability at the following reference link: [https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209600](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209600)

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