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CVE-2025-24183: macOS lets local user change protected files
CVE-2025-24183 · published 1 year ago
Summary
On macOS versions before the latest updates, a user with local access could modify parts of the file system that are supposed to be protected. This could let them alter system files or data they shouldn't change, potentially affecting stability or security. Update macOS to the newest release for your version to apply the fix.
What to do
The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| apple | macos |
< 13.7.3 >= 14.0, < 14.7.3 >= 15.0, < 15.3 cpe:2.3:o:apple:macos:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
Original advisory text
The issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.3, macOS Sonoma 14.7.3, macOS Ventura 13.7.3. A local user may be able to modify protected parts of the file sy...
The issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.3, macOS Sonoma 14.7.3, macOS Ventura 13.7.3. A local user may be able to modify protected parts of the file system.
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/122068 Release Notes Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/122069 Release Notes Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/122070 Release Notes Vendor Advisory
Internet-facing
60 days
Internal
At next upgrade
- Not known to be exploited
- Needs hands-on effort to exploit
- Gives an attacker partial control
Type
CWE-269Improper Privilege Management
Timeline
Published19 May 2025
Updated26 Oct 2026
First seen7 Mar 2026
Sources
CVE-2025-24183 · NVD
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