CVE-2024-23225
CVSS v3
7.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
0.1 %
exploit probability
CISA KEV
Yes
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.7.6 and iPadOS 16.7.6, iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4. An attacker with arbitrary kernel read and write capability may be able to bypass kernel memory protections. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited.
CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
- Date Added
- 2024-03-06
- Patch Due Date
- 2024-03-27
- Ransomware Use
- Unknown
Technical details
- Published
- 2024-03-05
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2024-23225?
A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.7.6 and iPadOS 16.7.6, iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4. An attacker with arbitrary kernel read and write capability may be able to bypass kernel memory protections. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited.
Is CVE-2024-23225 actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2024-23225 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 2024-03-27.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2024-23225?
CVE-2024-23225 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.8 (HIGH severity).
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