Vulnerability Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.7.1 and iPadOS 17.7.1, iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1, tvOS 18.1, visionOS 2.1. Restoring a maliciously crafted backup file may lead to modification of protected system files.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 17.7.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 17.7.1 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 18.1 |
| Apple | Visionos | < 2.1 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121563Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121566Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121567Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121569Release NotesVendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Oct/10
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Oct/15
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Oct/16
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Oct/9
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-44252?
CVE-2024-44252 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). A logic issue was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.7.1 and iPadOS 17.7.1, iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1, tvOS 18.1, visionOS 2.1. Restoring a maliciously crafted backup ...
How severe is CVE-2024-44252?
CVE-2024-44252 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-44252?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Ipados, Apple Iphone Os, Apple Tvos, Apple Visionos.