CVE-2024-44194
Description
This issue was addressed with improved redaction of sensitive information. This issue is fixed in iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1, macOS Sequoia 15.1, visionOS 2.1, watchOS 11.1. An app may be able to access sensitive user data.
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CVE-2024-44194 allows an app to access sensitive user data due to insufficient redaction, fixed in recent Apple OS updates.
Vulnerability
CVE-2024-44194 is an issue in Apple operating systems where sensitive user data may be exposed due to insufficient redaction. The vulnerability exists in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, visionOS, and watchOS, and can be exploited by an app running on the device.
Exploitation
An app with no special privileges may be able to access sensitive user data. No user interaction is required beyond installing or using the app. The attack surface is local, as the app runs on the device.
Impact
Successful exploitation allows an app to access sensitive user information, potentially compromising user privacy. The exact type of data is not specified, but it could include personal or confidential data.
Mitigation
Apple addressed this issue in iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, macOS Sequoia 15.1, visionOS 2.1, and watchOS 11.1, released on October 28, 2024 [1][2][3][4]. Users are advised to update their devices to the latest versions.
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Affected products
7cpe:2.3:o:apple:ipados:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*+ 1 more
- cpe:2.3:o:apple:ipados:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*range: <18.1
- (no CPE)range: <18.1
- Range: <15.1
- Range: <18.1
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
Vulnerability mechanics
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References
8- support.apple.com/en-us/121563nvdRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- support.apple.com/en-us/121565nvdRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- support.apple.com/en-us/121566nvdRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Oct/11nvd
- seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Oct/14nvd
- seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Oct/16nvd
- seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Oct/9nvd
- support.apple.com/en-us/121564nvd
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