Vulnerability identifier: #VU97345

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-44165

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
macOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Apple Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to the way the macOS kernel handles DHCP packets with an active VPN tunnel. A remote attacker can perform TunnelVision attack and gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

macOS: 14.0 23A344 - 14.6.1 23G93

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External links
http://support.apple.com/en-us/121247

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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 local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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