CVE-2024-44271
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Publication date: 2025-08-29
Last updated on: 2025-09-02
Assigner: Apple Inc.
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| apple | macos | From 15.0 (inc) to 15.2 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-284 | The product does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability allows an app to record the screen without showing any indicator to the user, meaning the user may not be aware that their screen is being recorded. The issue was fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.2 by implementing improved checks.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing an app to secretly record your screen without your knowledge or consent, potentially exposing sensitive information displayed on your screen.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Update your system to macOS Sequoia 15.2 or later, as this version includes the fix with improved checks to prevent apps from recording the screen without an indicator.