CVE-2024-40856
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.89%
Last modified
CVE-2024-40856 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An integrity issue was addressed with Beacon Protection. This issue is fixed in iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia 15, tvOS 18. EPSS estimates a 0.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An integrity issue was addressed with Beacon Protection. This issue is fixed in iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia 15, tvOS 18. An attacker may be able to force a device to disconnect from a secure network.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 18.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 18.0 |
| Apple | Macos | < 15.0 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121238Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121248Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121250Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-40856?
An integrity issue was addressed with Beacon Protection. This issue is fixed in iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia 15, tvOS 18. An attacker may be able to force a device to disconnect from a secure network.
How severe is CVE-2024-40856?
CVE-2024-40856 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-40856?
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-2024-40856?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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