CVE-2024-44218
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2024-44218 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.7.1 and iPadOS 17.7.1, iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1, macOS Sequoia 15.1, macOS Sonoma 14.7.1. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.7.1 and iPadOS 17.7.1, iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1, macOS Sequoia 15.1, macOS Sonoma 14.7.1. Processing a maliciously crafted file may lead to heap corruption.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 17.7.1 |
| Apple | Ipados | 18.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 17.7.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | 18.0 |
| Apple | Macos | < 14.7.1 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121563Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121567Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121570Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-44218?
This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.7.1 and iPadOS 17.7.1, iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1, macOS Sequoia 15.1, macOS Sonoma 14.7.1. Processing a maliciously crafted file may lead to heap corruption.
How severe is CVE-2024-44218?
CVE-2024-44218 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-44218?
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-2024-44218?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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