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CVE-2024-23234:
macOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
CVE-2024-23234 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability affecting the Intel Graphics Driver component in macOS. The vulnerability was disclosed and patched by Apple on March 7, 2024, affecting multiple macOS versions including Sonoma 14.4, Monterey 12.7.4, and Ventura 13.6.5 (Apple Support).
Technical details
The vulnerability is classified as an out-of-bounds write issue (CWE-787) in the Intel Graphics Driver component. The issue was addressed by Apple with improved input validation. The vulnerability has received a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.7 (Medium) with vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H according to NVD assessment (NVD).
Impact
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow a malicious app to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges, potentially giving an attacker complete control over the affected system (Apple Support).
Mitigation and workarounds
Apple has released security updates to address this vulnerability in macOS Sonoma 14.4, macOS Monterey 12.7.4, and macOS Ventura 13.6.5. Users are advised to update their systems to the latest version through the Mac App Store or Apple's Software Downloads website (Apple Support).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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