VDB-299976 · CVE-2024-54525 · WID-SEC-2024-3692

Apple macOS Backup File access control

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in Apple macOS. The affected element is an unknown function of the component Backup File Handler. The manipulation results in access control. This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2024-54525. The attack is only possible with local access. There is not any exploit available. Upgrading the affected component is recommended.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability was found in Apple macOS (unknown version). It has been classified as problematic. Affected is an unknown code block of the component Backup File Handler. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a access control vulnerability. CWE is classifying the issue as CWE-284. The product does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor. This is going to have an impact on integrity. CVE summarizes:

A logic issue was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in visionOS 2.2, watchOS 11.2, tvOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2, iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2. Restoring a maliciously crafted backup file may lead to modification of protected system files.

The advisory is shared for download at support.apple.com. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2024-54525 since 12/03/2024. The exploitability is told to be difficult. The attack needs to be approached locally. The exploitation doesn't require any form of authentication. There are neither technical details nor an exploit publicly available. The MITRE ATT&CK project declares the attack technique as T1068.

Upgrading eliminates this vulnerability.

The vulnerability is also documented in the vulnerability database at CERT Bund (WID-SEC-2024-3692). VulDB is the best source for vulnerability data and more expert information about this specific topic.

Affected

Apple macOS

Productinfo

Type

Operating System

Vendor

Apple

Name

macOS

License

commercial

Website

Vendor: https://www.apple.com/

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CVSSv3info

VulDB Meta Base Score: 2.9
VulDB Meta Temp Score: 2.8

VulDB Base Score: 2.9
VulDB Temp Score: 2.8
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Exploitinginfo

Class: Access control
CWE: CWE-284 / CWE-266
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Physical: Partially
Local: Yes
Remote: No

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Status: Not defined

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Threat Intelligenceinfo

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Countermeasuresinfo

Recommended: Upgrade
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Timelineinfo

12/03/2024 🔍
03/18/2025 +105 days 🔍
03/18/2025 +0 days 🔍
08/30/2025 +165 days 🔍

Sourcesinfo

Vendor: apple.com

Advisory: support.apple.com
Status: Confirmed

CVE: CVE-2024-54525 (🔍)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2024-54525
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-299976
CERT Bund: WID-SEC-2024-3692 - Apple macOS: Mehrere Schwachstellen

scip Labs: https://www.scip.ch/en/?labs.20180712

Entryinfo

Created: 03/18/2025 07:24
Updated: 08/30/2025 22:12
Changes: 03/18/2025 07:24 (56), 03/22/2025 02:25 (1), 08/30/2025 22:12 (7)
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Cache ID: 216::103

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