Memory Handling Vulnerability in macOS Products by Apple
CVE-2025-31246

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
Mac OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 May 2025

What is CVE-2025-31246?

A memory handling vulnerability has been identified in macOS products that could be exploited through a connection to a malicious AFP server. This flaw can lead to the corruption of kernel memory, potentially allowing unauthorized access or disruption of system functions. Apple has released updates in macOS Sequoia 15.5 and macOS Sonoma 14.7.6 to address this security concern and enhance system integrity.

Affected Version(s)

macOS < 15.5

macOS < 14.7

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/122716
https://support.apple.com/en-us/122717

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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