CVE-2024-23209

Name: CVE-2024-23209
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-01-23T01:15:10.977+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.85%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-23209 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.3. EPSS estimates a 0.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.3. Processing web content may lead to arbitrary code execution.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.85%

53.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Macos	< 14.3

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/120309
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Jan/36Third Party Advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214061Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT214061

Timeline

Published: Jan 23, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-23209?

The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.3. Processing web content may lead to arbitrary code execution.

How severe is CVE-2024-23209?

CVE-2024-23209 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-23209?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2024-23209?

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Source: NVD / NIST