How severe is CVE-2019-8512?

CVE-2019-8512 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.7, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.

Is CVE-2019-8512 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (48th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2019-8512?

CVE-2019-8512 affects Apple Iphone Os. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2019-8512?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2019-8512 published?

CVE-2019-8512 was published on 2019-12-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2019-8512

CVE-2019-8512 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apple Iphone Os with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.7. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-863.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.7)
CVSS v2: 7.9
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (48th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-863
Affected product: Apple Iphone Os
Published: 2019-12-18
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

This issue was addressed with improved transparency. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.2. A user may authorize an enterprise administrator to remotely wipe their device without appropriate disclosure.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-8512?: This issue was addressed with improved transparency. This issue is fixed in iOS 12.2. A user may authorize an enterprise administrator to remotely wipe their device without appropriate disclosure.
How severe is CVE-2019-8512?: CVE-2019-8512 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.7, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2019-8512 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (48th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-8512?: CVE-2019-8512 affects Apple Iphone Os. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8512?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2019-8512 published?: CVE-2019-8512 was published on 2019-12-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://support.apple.com/HT209599

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:apple:iphone_os:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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