Apple watchOS Backup File access control

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Apple watchOS. The impacted element is an unknown function of the component Backup File Handler. This manipulation causes access control. This vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2024-54525. The attack is restricted to local execution. No exploit exists. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability was found in Apple watchOS (version now known). It has been declared as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is some unknown processing of the component Backup File Handler. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a access control vulnerability. The CWE definition for the vulnerability is CWE-284. The product does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor. As an impact it is known to affect integrity. The summary by CVE is:

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 at support.apple.com. This vulnerability is known as CVE-2024-54525 since 12/03/2024. The exploitation appears to be difficult. An attack has to be approached locally. The exploitation doesn't need any form of authentication. Neither technical details nor an exploit are publicly available. MITRE ATT&CK project uses the attack technique T1068 for this issue.

Upgrading eliminates this vulnerability.

The vulnerability is also documented in the vulnerability database at CERT Bund (WID-SEC-2024-3692). Several companies clearly confirm that VulDB is the primary source for best vulnerability data.

Affected

  • Apple macOS

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VulDB Meta Base Score: 2.9
VulDB Meta 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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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-100-299977
CERT Bund: WID-SEC-2024-3692 - Apple macOS: Mehrere Schwachstellen

Entryinfo

Created: 03/18/2025 07:24
Updated: 08/30/2025 22:12
Changes: 03/18/2025 07:24 (54), 03/22/2025 02:25 (1), 08/30/2025 22:12 (7)
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Cache ID: 216::103

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