#VU106822 Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in macOS - CVE-2025-24254

Published: 2025-04-02 | Updated: 2025-04-02

Vulnerability identifier: #VU106822

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 5.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2025-24254

CWE-ID: CWE-59

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to insecure symbolic link following in Software Update. A local user can elevate privileges.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

macOS: 15.0 24A335 - 15.3.2 24D2082

External links
https://support.apple.com/en-us/122373

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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