CVE-2019-8768
CVE-2019-8768 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.3. 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-459.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.3)
- CVSS v2: 5.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (73rd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-459
- Affected product: Apple Mac Os X
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
"Clear History and Website Data" did not clear the history. The issue was addressed with improved data deletion. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15. A user may be unable to delete browsing history items.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2019-8768?
- "Clear History and Website Data" did not clear the history. The issue was addressed with improved data deletion. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15. A user may be unable to delete browsing history items.
- How severe is CVE-2019-8768?
- CVE-2019-8768 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2019-8768 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2019-8768?
- CVE-2019-8768 affects Apple Mac Os X. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2019-8768?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2019-8768 published?
- CVE-2019-8768 was published on 2019-12-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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