CVE-2024-54542
CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 0.68%
Last modified
CVE-2024-54542 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. An authentication issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in Safari 18.2, iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2, watchOS 11.2. EPSS estimates a 0.68% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An authentication issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in Safari 18.2, iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2, watchOS 11.2. Private Browsing tabs may be accessed without authentication.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | < 18.2 |
| Apple | Ipados | < 18.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 18.2 |
| Apple | Macos | < 15.2 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 11.2 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121837Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121839Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121843Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/121846Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-54542?
An authentication issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in Safari 18.2, iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2, watchOS 11.2. Private Browsing tabs may be accessed without authentication.
How severe is CVE-2024-54542?
CVE-2024-54542 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.68% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-54542?
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-2024-54542?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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