CVE-2019-6230: High severity tvos vulnerability

Published Jan 22, 2019
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Updated

A memory initialization 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 malicious application may be able to break out of its sandbox.

Other sources

CoreAnimation. A memory initialization issue was addressed with improved memory handling.

Credit

Proteas, Shrek_wzw, Zhuo Liang(Qihoo 360 Nirvan Team)

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 tvOS<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

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-6230?

CVE-2019-6230 is a memory initialization issue in CoreAnimation that was fixed in iOS 12.1.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.3, tvOS 12.1.2, and watchOS 5.1.3.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2019-6230?

CVE-2019-6230 has a severity rating of 8.6 (high).

3

How can I fix CVE-2019-6230?

To fix CVE-2019-6230, update your device to iOS 12.1.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.3, tvOS 12.1.2, or watchOS 5.1.3.

4

What is CoreAnimation?

CoreAnimation is a framework in Apple's operating systems that provides animations and visual effects.

5

Is there any additional information about CVE-2019-6230?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2019-6230 at the following references: [http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106739](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106739), [https://support.apple.com/HT209443](https://support.apple.com/HT209443), [https://support.apple.com/HT209446](https://support.apple.com/HT209446).

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