CVE-2024-40778
LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2024-40778 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. An authentication issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.7.9 and iPadOS 16.7.9, iOS 17.6 and iPadOS 17.6, macOS Sonoma 14.6. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An authentication issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.7.9 and iPadOS 16.7.9, iOS 17.6 and iPadOS 17.6, macOS Sonoma 14.6. Photos in the Hidden Photos Album may be viewed without authentication.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 16.7.9 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | >= 17.0, < 17.6 |
| Apple | Ipados | < 16.7.9 |
| Apple | Ipados | >= 17.0, < 17.6 |
| Apple | Macos | < 14.6 |
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Jul/16Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Jul/17Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Jul/18Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214116Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214117Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214119Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-40778?
An authentication issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.7.9 and iPadOS 16.7.9, iOS 17.6 and iPadOS 17.6, macOS Sonoma 14.6. Photos in the Hidden Photos Album may be viewed without authentication.
How severe is CVE-2024-40778?
CVE-2024-40778 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-40778?
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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