CVE-2024-27887
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.24%
Last modified
CVE-2024-27887 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A path handling issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.4. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A path handling issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.4. An app may be able to access user-sensitive data.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | < 14.4 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214084Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT214084Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-27887?
A path handling issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.4. An app may be able to access user-sensitive data.
How severe is CVE-2024-27887?
CVE-2024-27887 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-27887?
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.
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