Symlink Handling Flaw in macOS Sequoia by Apple
CVE-2024-54554

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
Mac OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 August 2025

What is CVE-2024-54554?

A security vulnerability exists in macOS Sequoia due to inadequate handling of symbolic links (symlinks). This flaw may allow applications to gain unauthorized access to sensitive user data, potentially threatening user privacy. Apple has addressed this issue in macOS Sequoia version 15.1, ensuring better symlink management to enhance overall system security.

Affected Version(s)

macOS < 15.1

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/121564

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2024-54554 : Symlink Handling Flaw in macOS Sequoia by Apple