CVE-2019-8550 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-8550 where FaceTime video may not pause when exiting the app during calls in iOS 12.2, macOS Mojave 10.14.4, and watchOS 5.2. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures.
A problem concerning the functionality of pausing FaceTime video was identified and resolved in iOS 12.2, macOS Mojave 10.14.4, and watchOS 5.2.
Understanding CVE-2019-8550
An issue related to pausing FaceTime video calls was identified and fixed in Apple's operating systems.
What is CVE-2019-8550?
- The vulnerability involved FaceTime video not pausing when a user exited the app during an incoming call.
The Impact of CVE-2019-8550
- Users' video could remain unpaused if they exited the FaceTime app during a call, potentially compromising privacy.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-8550
The vulnerability affected multiple Apple products and versions.
Vulnerability Description
- The issue was related to the pausing functionality of FaceTime video calls.
Affected Systems and Versions
- iOS versions less than 12.2
- macOS versions less than Mojave 10.14.4
- watchOS versions less than 5.2
Exploitation Mechanism
- Exiting the FaceTime app during an incoming call could lead to the video not pausing as expected.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2019-8550 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update affected devices to iOS 12.2, macOS Mojave 10.14.4, or watchOS 5.2.
- Avoid exiting the FaceTime app during incoming calls.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update devices to the latest software versions.
- Be cautious when using video call applications to protect privacy.
Patching and Updates
- Apple has released fixes in iOS 12.2, macOS Mojave 10.14.4, and watchOS 5.2 to address this vulnerability.