CVE-2019-8526—Apple macOS Use-After-Free Vulnerability

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2023-04-17 · last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2019-8526
Project:
Apple
Product:
macOS
Date Added:
2023-04-17
Due Date:
2023-05-08
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Apple macOS Use-After-Free Vulnerability

Description

Apple macOS contains a use-after-free vulnerability that could allow for privilege escalation.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
Unknown

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

  • https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT209600
  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2019-8526

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