How severe is CVE-2019-8742?

CVE-2019-8742 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.4, rated low severity. It is exploitable over physical access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2019-8742 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2019-8742?

CVE-2019-8742 affects Apple Iphone Os. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2019-8742?

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

When was CVE-2019-8742 published?

CVE-2019-8742 was published on 2019-12-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2019-8742

CVE-2019-8742 is a low-severity vulnerability in Apple Iphone Os with a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 2.4)
CVSS v2: 2.1
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (21st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Apple Iphone Os
Published: 2019-12-18
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The issue was addressed by restricting options offered on a locked device. This issue is fixed in iOS 13. A person with physical access to an iOS device may be able to access contacts from the lock screen.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-8742?: The issue was addressed by restricting options offered on a locked device. This issue is fixed in iOS 13. A person with physical access to an iOS device may be able to access contacts from the lock screen.
How severe is CVE-2019-8742?: CVE-2019-8742 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.4, rated low severity. It is exploitable over physical access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2019-8742 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-8742?: CVE-2019-8742 affects Apple Iphone Os. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8742?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2019-8742 published?: CVE-2019-8742 was published on 2019-12-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://support.apple.com/HT210606

Affected products (1)

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

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