#VU99415 Security features bypass in macOS - CVE-2024-44259

Vulnerability identifier: #VU99415

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 4.8 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-44259

CWE-ID: CWE-254

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to an error within Safari Downloads. A remote attacker can misuse a trust relationship to download malicious content and trick the victim into executing a malicious file.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

macOS: 15.0 24A335 - 15.0.1 24A348

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External links
https://support.apple.com/en-us/121564

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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