CVE-2024-40841

Description

An out-of-bounds write issue was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.7, macOS Sequoia 15. Processing a maliciously crafted video file may lead to unexpected app termination.

Categories

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.02%
Vendor Advisory apple.com Vendor Advisory apple.com
Affected: Apple macOS
Affected: Apple macOS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.apple.com/en-us/121238 vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/121247 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-40841?
CVE-2024-40841 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-40841?
To fix CVE-2024-40841, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-40841 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-40841 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-40841?
CVE-2024-40841 affects Apple macOS, Apple macOS.
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