Security features bypass in macOS - CVE-2024-44271

 

Security features bypass in macOS - CVE-2024-44271

Published: August 30, 2025


Vulnerability identifier: #VU114568
CSH Severity: Low
CVSS v4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:L/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-44271
CWE-ID: CWE-254
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vendor: Apple Inc.
Affected software:
macOS

Detailed vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a local application to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect checks in Control Center. A local application can record the screen without an indicator.


How to mitigate CVE-2024-44271

Install updates from vendor's website.

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