CVE-2024-54507
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.86%
Last modified
CVE-2024-54507 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A type confusion issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2. EPSS estimates a 0.86% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A type confusion issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2. An attacker with user privileges may be able to read kernel memory.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 18.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 18.2 |
| Apple | Macos | < 15.2 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121837Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121839Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-54507?
A type confusion issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2. An attacker with user privileges may be able to read kernel memory.
How severe is CVE-2024-54507?
CVE-2024-54507 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.86% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-54507?
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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