CVE-2019-8833 : Security Advisory and Response

A memory corruption vulnerability in Apple products was addressed by removing the vulnerable code. This issue affected various operating systems such as iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS.

Understanding CVE-2019-8833

This CVE entry describes a vulnerability that could allow an application to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges on Apple devices.

What is CVE-2019-8833?

CVE-2019-8833 is a memory corruption issue that was fixed in iOS 13.3 and iPadOS 13.3, watchOS 6.1.1, macOS Catalina 10.15.2, Security Update 2019-002 Mojave, Security Update 2019-007 High Sierra, and tvOS 13.3.

The Impact of CVE-2019-8833

The vulnerability allowed an application to execute unauthorized commands with kernel privileges, posing a significant security risk to affected Apple devices.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-8833

This section provides more in-depth technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability was caused by memory corruption, which could be exploited by an application to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.

Affected Systems and Versions

iOS and iPadOS versions less than 13.3
macOS versions less than 10.15
macOS versions less than 6.1
macOS versions less than 13.3

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allowed an application to execute unauthorized commands with kernel privileges, potentially leading to system compromise.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address and prevent the exploitation of CVE-2019-8833, follow these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update affected devices to the latest patched versions.
Regularly check for security updates from Apple.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strict application security measures.
Educate users on safe application usage practices.

Patching and Updates

Apply all security patches and updates released by Apple to ensure protection against known vulnerabilities.