Apple Fixes Logic Issue to Prevent Root Privileges Escalation

CVE-2024-27822
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Key Information

Vendor
Apple
Status
Mac OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 May 2024

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👾 Exploit Exists📰 News Worthy

Summary

A critical security vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-27822, has been discovered in macOS, allowing unauthorized root access. The vulnerability affects multiple versions of macOS and has been exploited in the wild. A proof-of-concept exploit code has been released, increasing the risk of exploitation. Apple is actively working on a patch to address the vulnerability and users are advised to update their software as soon as the patch becomes available. The release of the PoC exploit highlights the importance of timely updates and vigilant security practices.

Affected Version(s)

macOS < 14.5

News Articles

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CVE-2024-27822

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4 months ago

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PoC Exploit Released for macOS Root Access Vulnerability

A security vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-27822, has been discovered in macOS. This vulnerability allows unauthorized root access and has raised serious concerns among cybersecurity experts and macOS users alike.

6 months ago

Timeline

  • 👾

    Exploit exists.

  • First article discovered by CybersecurityNews

  • Vulnerability published.

  • Vulnerability Reserved.

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