CVE-2019-6224: Buffer Overflow

Published Jan 22, 2019
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Updated

A buffer overflow issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.1.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.3, tvOS 12.1.2, watchOS 5.1.3. A remote attacker may be able to initiate a FaceTime call causing arbitrary code execution.

Other sources

FaceTime. A buffer overflow issue was addressed with improved memory handling.

Credit

natashenka(Google Project Zero)

Affected Software

10 affected componentsFixes available
Apple tvOS<12.1.2
12.1.2
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 Tv Os<12.1.2
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?

The vulnerability ID of this issue is CVE-2019-6224.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2019-6224?

The severity of CVE-2019-6224 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.

3

What is the description of CVE-2019-6224?

CVE-2019-6224 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in FaceTime that allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.

4

Which versions of iOS are affected by CVE-2019-6224?

Versions up to and excluding iOS 12.1.3 are affected by CVE-2019-6224.

5

How can I fix CVE-2019-6224?

You can fix CVE-2019-6224 by updating to iOS 12.1.3 or later.

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