CVE-2019-8573: Input Validation

Published May 13, 2019
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Updated

Messages. An input validation issue was addressed with improved input validation.

Other sources

An input validation issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Mojave 10.14.5, Security Update 2019-003 High Sierra, Security Update 2019-003 Sierra, iOS 12.3, watchOS 5.2.1. A remote attacker may be able to cause a system denial of service.

Credit

natashenka(Google Project Zero), natashenka(Google Project Zero), natashenka(Google Project Zero)

Affected Software

8 affected componentsFixes available
Apple macOS Mojave<10.14.5
10.14.5
Apple High Sierra
Apple Sierra
Apple WatchOS<5.2.1
5.2.1
Apple iOS<12.3
12.3
Apple iPhone OS<12.3
Apple iOS and macOS<10.14.5
Apple WatchOS<5.2.1

Event History

Oct 27, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:25 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Peer vulnerabilities

Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-8573?

CVE-2019-8573 is a vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to cause a system denial of service.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2019-8573?

CVE-2019-8573 has a severity rating of 7.5 (High).

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-8573?

CVE-2019-8573 affects macOS Mojave 10.14.5, Security Update 2019-003 High Sierra, Security Update 2019-003 Sierra, iOS 12.3, and watchOS 5.2.1.

4

How was CVE-2019-8573 addressed?

CVE-2019-8573 was addressed through improved input validation.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-8573?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-8573 on the Apple support website.

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