Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Apple AirPort Base Station
CVE-2019-8572

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
Airport Base Station Firmware Update
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 October 2020

What is CVE-2019-8572?

A null pointer dereference vulnerability has been identified in Apple’s AirPort Base Station, which could potentially allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code. This flaw was addressed with enhanced input validation in firmware updates 7.8.1 and 7.9.1, highlighting the importance of maintaining up-to-date software to mitigate security risks.

Affected Version(s)

AirPort Base Station Firmware Update < 7.9

AirPort Base Station Firmware Update < 7.8

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210090
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https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210091
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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