CVE-2024-54525

Description

A logic issue was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in visionOS 2.2, watchOS 11.2, tvOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2, iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2. Restoring a maliciously crafted backup file may lead to modification of protected system files.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
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Affected: Apple tvOS
Affected: Apple visionOS
Affected: Apple macOS
Affected: Apple watchOS
Affected: Apple iOS and iPadOS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.apple.com/en-us/121844 release notes vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/121845 release notes vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/121839 release notes vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/121843 release notes vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/121837 release notes vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-54525?
CVE-2024-54525 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-54525?
To fix CVE-2024-54525, 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-2024-54525 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-54525 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-2024-54525?
CVE-2024-54525 affects Apple tvOS, Apple visionOS, Apple macOS, Apple watchOS, Apple iOS and iPadOS.
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