CVE-2019-8739 Memory corruption in Xcode
Processing a maliciously crafted file in Apple Xcode can lead to arbitrary code execution due to a memory corruption issue.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2019-8739?
CVE-2019-8739 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Apple Xcode, published on 18 Dec 2019. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in Xcode 11.0. Processing a maliciously crafted file may lead to arbitrary code execution.
Weakness: CWE-787
Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-8739?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Apple Xcode.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8739?
No fix has been published for CVE-2019-8739 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2019-8739 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2019-8739 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Apple Xcode
Sources
Also known as GHSA-jw9j-cq4m-p2mp.