Memory Corruption Vulnerability in Apple macOS, iOS, watchOS, and tvOS
CVE-2024-54518

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
TV OS
Mac OS
Watch OS
iOS And iPad OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 January 2025

What is CVE-2024-54518?

A memory corruption vulnerability exists in Apple's macOS, iOS, watchOS, and tvOS platforms, which could allow an application to corrupt coprocessor memory. Apple has addressed this issue by implementing improved bounds checks to enhance system security and prevent such vulnerabilities from being exploited. Users are encouraged to update their devices to the latest versions to mitigate any potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

iOS and iPadOS < 18.2

macOS < 15.2

tvOS < 18.2

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/121844
https://support.apple.com/en-us/121839
https://support.apple.com/en-us/121843

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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