CVE-2024-54525
HIGHCVSS Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in visionOS 2.2, watchOS 11.2, tvOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2, iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2. Restoring a maliciously crafted backup file may lead to modification of protected system files.
Analysis
A logic issue was addressed with improved file handling. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Technical Context
This vulnerability is classified as Unrestricted File Upload (CWE-434), which allows attackers to upload malicious files that can be executed on the server. A logic issue was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in visionOS 2.2, watchOS 11.2, tvOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2, iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2. Restoring a maliciously crafted backup file may lead to modification of protected system files. Affected products include: Apple Ipados, Apple Iphone Os, Apple Macos, Apple Tvos, Apple Visionos.
Affected Products
Apple Ipados, Apple Iphone Os, Apple Macos, Apple Tvos, Apple Visionos.
Remediation
No vendor patch is available at time of analysis. Monitor vendor advisories for updates. Validate file types server-side, store uploads outside webroot, use random filenames, scan for malware.
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