CVE-2019-8613: Use After Free

Published May 13, 2019
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Updated

A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.3, tvOS 12.3, watchOS 5.2.1. A remote attacker may be able to cause arbitrary code execution.

Other sources

Mail Message Framework. A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management.

Credit

natashenka(Google Project Zero)

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
Apple WatchOS<5.2.1
5.2.1
Apple iOS<12.3
12.3
Apple iPhone OS<12.3
Apple tvOS<12.3
Apple WatchOS<5.2.1

Event History

Dec 18, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:33 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:33 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-2019-8613?

CVE-2019-8613 is a use after free vulnerability in the Mail Message Framework that allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.

2

How does CVE-2019-8613 impact Apple devices?

CVE-2019-8613 impacts Apple devices running iOS 12.3, tvOS 12.3, and watchOS 5.2.1, and it can lead to arbitrary code execution.

3

How can I fix CVE-2019-8613 on my Apple device?

To fix CVE-2019-8613, you need to update your device to iOS 12.3, tvOS 12.3, or watchOS 5.2.1.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2019-8613?

CVE-2019-8613 has a severity rating of 9.8 (critical).

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-8613?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-8613 on the following references: [Link 1](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210118), [Link 2](https://support.apple.com/HT210118), [Link 3](https://support.apple.com/HT210120).

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