CVE-2025-24228
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.31%
Last modified
CVE-2025-24228 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A buffer overflow issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.4, macOS Sonoma 14.7.5, macOS Ventura 13.7.5. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A buffer overflow issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.4, macOS Sonoma 14.7.5, macOS Ventura 13.7.5. An app may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | >= 13.0, < 13.7.5 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 14.0, < 14.7.5 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 15.0, < 15.4 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-24228?
A buffer overflow issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.4, macOS Sonoma 14.7.5, macOS Ventura 13.7.5. An app may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
How severe is CVE-2025-24228?
CVE-2025-24228 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-24228?
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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