Vulnerability identifier: #VU87257

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-23255

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows an attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper state management in Photos. An attacker with access to the device can view Photos in the Hidden Photos Album without authentication.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

macOS: 14.3.1 23D60, 14.3 23D56, 14.2.1 23C71, 14.2 23C64, 14.1 23B74 - 14.1.2 23B2091, 14.0 23A344

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External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214084

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.