#VU95307 Security features bypass in macOS - CVE-2024-27840

Vulnerability identifier: #VU95307

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 5.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-27840

CWE-ID: CWE-254

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 bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to improper memory handling in the OS kernel. A local user who has already achieved kernel code execution can bypass kernel memory protections.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

macOS: 13.0 22A380 - 13.6.6 22G630

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External links
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT214107

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Q & A

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.