CVE-2024-44231
MEDIUMCVSS 4.6/10EPSS 0.45%
Last modified
CVE-2024-44231 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.6/10 on the CVSS scale. This issue was addressed through improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.1. EPSS estimates a 0.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This issue was addressed through improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.1. A person with physical access to a Mac may be able to bypass Login Window during a software update.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | 15.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-44231?
This issue was addressed through improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.1. A person with physical access to a Mac may be able to bypass Login Window during a software update.
How severe is CVE-2024-44231?
CVE-2024-44231 has a CVSS score of 4.6/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-44231?
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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