CVE-2019-6219: Input Validation

Published Jan 22, 2019
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Updated

Natural Language Processing. A denial of service issue was addressed with improved validation.

Other sources

A denial of service issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.1.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.3, watchOS 5.1.3. Processing a maliciously crafted message may lead to a denial of service.

Credit

Authier Thomas, Authier Thomas, Authier Thomas

Affected Software

8 affected componentsFixes available
Apple macOS Mojave<10.14.3
10.14.3
Apple High Sierra
Apple Sierra
Apple WatchOS<5.1.3
5.1.3
Apple iOS<12.1.3
12.1.3
Apple iPhone OS<12.1.3
Apple iOS and macOS<10.14.3
Apple WatchOS<5.1.3

Event History

Mar 5, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-6219?

CVE-2019-6219 is a denial of service vulnerability in Natural Language Processing that has been fixed in iOS 12.1.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.3, and watchOS 5.1.3.

2

How does CVE-2019-6219 impact Apple devices?

Processing a maliciously crafted message may lead to a denial of service on devices running iOS 12.1.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.3, and watchOS 5.1.3.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2019-6219?

CVE-2019-6219 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).

4

How can I fix CVE-2019-6219?

To fix CVE-2019-6219, update your device to iOS 12.1.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.3, or watchOS 5.1.3.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-6219?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-6219 at the following references: - [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106697) - [Apple Support - HT209443](https://support.apple.com/HT209443) - [Apple Support - HT209446](https://support.apple.com/HT209446)

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