Vulnerability Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.2, macOS Sonoma 14.7.2, macOS Ventura 13.7.2. A malicious app may be able to gain root privileges.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | >= 13.0, < 13.7.2 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121839Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121840Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121842Vendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Dec/7
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Dec/8
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Dec/9
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-44291?
CVE-2024-44291 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A logic issue was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.2, macOS Sonoma 14.7.2, macOS Ventura 13.7.2. A malicious app may be able to gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2024-44291?
CVE-2024-44291 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-44291?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Macos.