CVE-2024-40860
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.23%
Last modified
CVE-2024-40860 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15, macOS Sonoma 14.7. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15, macOS Sonoma 14.7. An app may be able to modify protected parts of the file system.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | < 14.7 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121238Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121247Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-40860?
A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15, macOS Sonoma 14.7. An app may be able to modify protected parts of the file system.
How severe is CVE-2024-40860?
CVE-2024-40860 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-40860?
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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