CVE-2024-44256
HIGHCVSS 8.6/10EPSS 0.24%
Last modified
CVE-2024-44256 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.6/10 on the CVSS scale. The issue was addressed with improved input sanitization. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.1, macOS Sonoma 14.7.1, macOS Ventura 13.7.1. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The issue was addressed with improved input sanitization. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.1, macOS Sonoma 14.7.1, macOS Ventura 13.7.1. An app may be able to break out of its sandbox.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | >= 13.0, < 13.7.1 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 14.0, < 14.7.1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-44256?
The issue was addressed with improved input sanitization. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.1, macOS Sonoma 14.7.1, macOS Ventura 13.7.1. An app may be able to break out of its sandbox.
How severe is CVE-2024-44256?
CVE-2024-44256 has a CVSS score of 8.6/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-44256?
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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