CVE-2024-54554
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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 15.1 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-59 | The product attempts to access a file based on the filename, but it does not properly prevent that filename from identifying a link or shortcut that resolves to an unintended resource. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability exists in the Dock component of macOS Sequoia 15.1 and involves improper handling of symbolic links (symlinks). Because of this, an application may exploit the issue to access sensitive user data. The vulnerability was fixed by improving how symlinks are handled to prevent unauthorized access. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
An application exploiting this vulnerability could gain unauthorized access to sensitive user data on macOS Sequoia 15.1, potentially compromising user privacy and security. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, update your system to macOS Sequoia 15.1 or later, which includes the fix improving the handling of symbolic links to prevent unauthorized access. [1]