Physical Access Vulnerability in macOS Sequoia 15.1

CVE-2024-44223

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Key Information

Vendor
Apple
Status
Mac OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 December 2024

Summary

CVE-2024-44223 is a high-risk vulnerability affecting Apple's macOS Sequoia 15.1. The vulnerability arises due to inadequate state management, which can potentially allow an attacker with physical access to a Mac to view protected content directly from the Login Window. This critical weakness underscores the importance of securing physical access to devices to mitigate such threats. Users are strongly advised to upgrade to the latest version to protect against this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

macOS < 15.1

References

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Collectors

NVD DatabaseMitre Database
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