CVE-2024-54465 Privilege escalation in macOS

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

A logic flaw in macOS allows an app to elevate privileges, requiring users to update to the latest version.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2024-54465?

CVE-2024-54465 is a critical vulnerability in Apple Macos, published on 11 Dec 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.2. An app may be able to elevate privileges.

Weakness: CWE-281

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-54465?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Apple Macos.

How do I fix CVE-2024-54465?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-54465 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2024-54465 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2024-54465 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Apple Macos vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-887q-rm9x-7wg9.

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