Apple Fixes Security Flaw in macOS Sequoia
CVE-2024-40825

4.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
Mac OS
Visionos
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 September 2024

What is CVE-2024-40825?

A vulnerability exists in Apple's visionOS and macOS systems where a malicious application with root privileges could potentially alter system file contents. This security concern highlights the need for robust checks in system integrity to prevent unauthorized modifications. Apple has addressed this issue in the latest updates to visionOS 2 and macOS Sequoia 15, emphasizing their commitment to enhancing system security and safeguarding user data.

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Affected Version(s)

macOS < 15

visionOS < 2

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/121238
https://support.apple.com/en-us/121249

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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