CVE-2024-44261
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.23%
Last modified
CVE-2024-44261 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. This issue was addressed by restricting options offered on a locked device. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.7.1 and iPadOS 17.7.1, iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This issue was addressed by restricting options offered on a locked device. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.7.1 and iPadOS 17.7.1, iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1. An attacker may be able to view restricted content from the lock screen.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 17.7.1 |
| Apple | Ipados | >= 18.0, < 18.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 17.7.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | >= 18.0, < 18.1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-44261?
This issue was addressed by restricting options offered on a locked device. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.7.1 and iPadOS 17.7.1, iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1. An attacker may be able to view restricted content from the lock screen.
How severe is CVE-2024-44261?
CVE-2024-44261 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-2024-44261?
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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