CVE-2025-24242
MEDIUMCVSS 4.4/10EPSS 0.26%
Last modified
CVE-2025-24242 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.4/10 on the CVSS scale. This issue was addressed with improved handling of symlinks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.4. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This issue was addressed with improved handling of symlinks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.4. An app with root privileges may be able to access private information.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | < 15.4 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-24242?
This issue was addressed with improved handling of symlinks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.4. An app with root privileges may be able to access private information.
How severe is CVE-2025-24242?
CVE-2025-24242 has a CVSS score of 4.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-24242?
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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