Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2019-8703

First published: Thu Sep 19 2019(Updated: )

Kernel. This issue was addressed with improved entitlements.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple iOS<13
13
Apple iPhone OS<13.0
Apple Mac OS X<10.15
Apple tvOS<=13.0
Apple watchOS<6.0
Apple tvOS<13
13
Apple watchOS<6
6
Apple macOS Catalina<10.15
10.15

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2019-8703?

    CVE-2019-8703 is a vulnerability in the Kernel that allows an application to gain elevated privileges.

  • How is CVE-2019-8703 fixed?

    CVE-2019-8703 is fixed in watchOS 6, tvOS 13, macOS Catalina 10.15, and iOS 13 with improved entitlements.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-8703?

    CVE-2019-8703 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).

  • Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2019-8703?

    CVE-2019-8703 affects macOS Catalina 10.15, iPhone with iOS up to exclusive version 13.0, Apple TV with tvOS up to inclusive version 13.0, and Apple Watch with watchOS up to exclusive version 6.0.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-8703?

    You can find more information about CVE-2019-8703 on the Apple support website at the following links: [link1](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210634), [link2](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210606), [link3](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210607).

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