CVE-2019-8898 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-8898, an information disclosure vulnerability in Apple products. Visiting malicious websites could expose user browsing history. Take immediate steps to update and secure affected systems.
A problem related to revealing information was found in the utilization of the Storage Access API. This issue has been resolved in various Apple products.
Understanding CVE-2019-8898
What is CVE-2019-8898?
An information disclosure issue existed in the handling of the Storage Access API. This vulnerability could allow a maliciously crafted website to reveal sites a user has visited.
The Impact of CVE-2019-8898
If a user visits a website created with malicious intent, it may expose the websites they have previously visited.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-8898
Vulnerability Description
The problem was related to revealing information through the Storage Access API, which has been fixed in iOS 13.3 and iPadOS 13.3, tvOS 13.3, Safari 13.0.4, and iTunes 12.10.3 for Windows.
Affected Systems and Versions
- iOS and iPadOS versions less than 13.3
- tvOS versions less than 13.3
- Safari versions less than 13.0
- iTunes for Windows versions less than 12.10
Exploitation Mechanism
Visiting a maliciously crafted website could trigger the vulnerability and expose the user's browsing history.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update affected Apple products to the fixed versions mentioned above.
- Avoid visiting suspicious or untrusted websites.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and applications to the latest versions.
- Use security tools like antivirus software and ad-blockers.
Patching and Updates
Apply security patches and updates provided by Apple to ensure protection against known vulnerabilities.