Network Protocol Handling Issue in Apple macOS Products
CVE-2024-40864

2.7LOW

Key Information:

Vendor
Apple
Status
Mac OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 March 2025

Summary

A network protocol handling issue has been identified in Apple’s macOS, enabling potential attackers in privileged network positions to monitor user activities. This vulnerability underscores the importance of robust network security measures. Apple has addressed this issue in versions macOS Ventura 13.7.5 and macOS Sonoma 14.7.5, improving the handling of protocols to enhance user privacy.

Affected Version(s)

macOS < 14.7

macOS < 13.7

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/122374
https://support.apple.com/en-us/122375

CVSS V3.1

Score:
2.7
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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