CVE-2024-54530 in iOS
Summary
by MITRE • 01/28/2025
The issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2, visionOS 2.2, watchOS 11.2. Password autofill may fill in passwords after failing authentication.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/08/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-54530 represents a security flaw in Apple's operating systems that affects the password autofill functionality within the authentication process. This issue specifically manifests when the system attempts to fill in passwords after an authentication failure has occurred, creating a potential security risk that could allow unauthorized access to user accounts. The vulnerability resides in the authentication flow where the system's password management mechanisms fail to properly validate the authentication state before executing password autofill operations.
The technical flaw in CVE-2024-54530 stems from insufficient validation of authentication status within Apple's password management system. When authentication fails, the system should properly terminate any password autofill operations and prevent credential injection into applications or services. However, the vulnerability allows the password autofill mechanism to proceed even after authentication has failed, potentially enabling attackers to exploit this behavior to gain access to user accounts. This flaw operates at the intersection of authentication management and credential handling within the operating system's security architecture.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability creates a significant risk for users who rely on password autofill features. Attackers could potentially leverage this flaw to bypass authentication mechanisms and gain access to protected accounts, particularly in scenarios where users have configured automatic password filling. The risk is amplified because the vulnerability occurs after failed authentication attempts, suggesting that attackers could exploit this behavior to perform credential stuffing or brute force attacks more effectively. This issue affects multiple Apple platforms including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, visionOS, and watchOS, indicating a systemic problem within the company's authentication handling architecture.
The fix for CVE-2024-54530 was implemented through enhanced validation checks that properly verify authentication status before enabling password autofill operations. This mitigation approach aligns with security best practices outlined in the Common Weakness Enumeration framework, specifically addressing weaknesses related to authentication bypass and credential handling. The solution follows principles from the MITRE ATT&CK framework by strengthening the authentication process and preventing unauthorized credential access through improved access control mechanisms. Users should immediately update their systems to the patched versions including iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2, visionOS 2.2, and watchOS 11.2 to remediate this vulnerability.
Security professionals should monitor for potential exploitation attempts related to this vulnerability, particularly in environments where users have multiple authentication methods configured. The remediation process requires comprehensive system updates across all affected platforms, and organizations should verify that all devices have been properly updated to prevent exploitation. This vulnerability demonstrates the importance of proper authentication state management and the critical need for robust validation mechanisms in credential handling systems. The fix represents a fundamental improvement to the operating system's security posture and aligns with industry standards for protecting user credentials and preventing unauthorized access to sensitive systems.