CVE-2024-44201 in iOS
Summary
by MITRE • 12/12/2024
The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1, iPadOS 17.7.3, macOS Sequoia 15.1, macOS Sonoma 14.7.2, macOS Ventura 13.7.2. Processing a malicious crafted file may lead to a denial-of-service.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/07/2026
This vulnerability represents a memory handling flaw that could potentially lead to denial-of-service conditions when processing maliciously crafted files. The issue was specifically addressed through enhanced memory management protocols within Apple's operating systems. The vulnerability affects multiple platforms including iOS, iPadOS, and macOS across several versions, with the fix being implemented in iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1, alongside updates for older versions such as iPadOS 17.7.3, macOS Sequoia 15.1, macOS Sonoma 14.7.2, and macOS Ventura 13.7.2. The technical nature of this flaw suggests improper memory allocation or deallocation processes that could be exploited by attackers to cause system instability or complete service interruption.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends across Apple's ecosystem where users may encounter system crashes or unresponsiveness when encountering specially crafted files. Attackers could potentially leverage this weakness to disrupt normal system operations through crafted file delivery methods, making this particularly concerning for enterprise environments where system reliability is paramount. The vulnerability's classification aligns with common memory corruption patterns that fall under CWE-129, which addresses issues related to insufficient validation of the length of input data, and potentially CWE-787, concerning out-of-bounds write operations that could occur during improper memory handling. This type of vulnerability typically falls within the ATT&CK framework's T1499 category for resource hijacking, where adversaries may consume system resources to cause denial-of-service conditions.
Mitigation strategies should prioritize immediate deployment of the available security updates across all affected platforms, as these patches specifically address the memory handling improvements that prevent exploitation. Organizations should implement additional file validation measures and consider network-based protections to prevent delivery of malicious files. Regular security assessments should verify that systems have been properly updated, and monitoring should be implemented to detect any unusual system behavior that might indicate exploitation attempts. The fix demonstrates Apple's proactive approach to addressing memory-related vulnerabilities that could be exploited to compromise system availability, aligning with industry best practices for maintaining operational resilience against denial-of-service attacks.