CVE-2019-8526
CISA KEVPublished April 17, 2023 · Updated April 3, 2026
high
Official Description+
Apple macOS contains a use-after-free vulnerability that could allow for privilege escalation.
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product |
|---|---|
| Apple | macOS |
Patch Status
Patch by 2023-05-08
Recommended Actions
- Check if your systems use any of the affected products listed above.
- Apply vendor patches immediately if available.
- This vulnerability is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — prioritize remediation.
- Monitor vendor advisories for updates and additional mitigations.
- Review logs for indicators of compromise related to CVE-2019-8526.