CVE-2019-6208 : Security Advisory and Response

CVE-2019-6208 was published on March 5, 2019, by Apple to address a memory initialization issue affecting iOS, macOS, and tvOS. Unauthorized applications could exploit this vulnerability to make unexpected changes in shared memory between processes.

Understanding CVE-2019-6208

This CVE entry details a security issue related to memory handling in Apple's operating systems.

What is CVE-2019-6208?

The vulnerability in CVE-2019-6208 involves a memory initialization problem that could be exploited by unauthorized applications to manipulate shared memory among processes.

The Impact of CVE-2019-6208

The vulnerability could allow malicious applications to make unexpected modifications in shared memory, potentially leading to security breaches and unauthorized access to sensitive data.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-6208

CVE-2019-6208 affects multiple Apple products and versions.

Vulnerability Description

Improved memory handling in iOS 12.1.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.3, and tvOS 12.1.2 has resolved the memory initialization issue.

Affected Systems and Versions

iOS: Less than version 12.1.3
macOS: Less than version Mojave 10.14.3
tvOS: Less than version 12.1.2

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthorized applications could exploit the vulnerability to generate unexpected modifications in shared memory among processes.

Mitigation and Prevention

Apple has provided steps to mitigate the CVE-2019-6208 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update affected systems to iOS 12.1.3, macOS Mojave 10.14.3, or tvOS 12.1.2 to prevent exploitation.
Avoid downloading and running untrusted applications.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and operating systems to the latest versions.
Implement security best practices to protect against unauthorized access and malicious activities.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates released by Apple to address CVE-2019-6208 and other potential vulnerabilities.