CVE-2024-44142

Name: CVE-2024-44142
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2025-01-30T19:15:13.91+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.31%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-44142 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The issue was addressed with improved bounds checks. This issue is fixed in GarageBand 10.4.12. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The issue was addressed with improved bounds checks. This issue is fixed in GarageBand 10.4.12. Processing a maliciously crafted image may lead to arbitrary code execution.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.31%

22.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Garageband	< 10.4.12

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/121866Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2025/Feb/2Release Notes, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 30, 2025
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-44142?

The issue was addressed with improved bounds checks. This issue is fixed in GarageBand 10.4.12. Processing a maliciously crafted image may lead to arbitrary code execution.

How severe is CVE-2024-44142?

CVE-2024-44142 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-44142?

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-2024-44142?

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Source: NVD / NIST