CVE-2024-23296:A memory corruption issue in Apple iOS and iPadOS that allows an attacker with arbitrary kernel read and write capability to bypass kernel memory protections.

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CVE-2024-23296 is a vulnerability affecting Apple iOS and iPadOS versions prior to 17.4. The issue arises from a memory corruption flaw that has been addressed with improved validation. An attacker with the ability to perform arbitrary kernel read and write operations may exploit this vulnerability to bypass kernel memory protections. Apple has acknowledged reports suggesting that this vulnerability may have been actively exploited in the wild.

Overview

  • CVE ID: CVE-2024-23296
  • Vendor: Apple
  • Affected Products:
    • iOS and iPadOS (versions less than 17.4)
    • macOS (versions 14.0 to less than 14.4)
    • tvOS (versions less than 17.4)
    • visionOS (versions less than 1.1)
    • watchOS (versions less than 10.4)
  • Problem Type: Memory corruption leading to potential bypass of kernel memory protections.
  • CVSS Score: 7.8 (High)
    • Attack Vector: Local
    • Privileges Required: Low
    • User Interaction: None
    • Impact: High on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Remediation

To mitigate the risk associated with CVE-2024-23296, users are advised to update their devices to the latest versions of the affected operating systems:

  • iOS and iPadOS: Update to version 17.4 or later.
  • macOS: Update to version 14.4 or later.
  • tvOS: Update to version 17.4 or later.
  • visionOS: Update to version 1.1 or later.
  • watchOS: Update to version 10.4 or later.

Users should regularly check for updates and apply them promptly to ensure their devices are protected against known vulnerabilities.

References

  1. Apple Support - HT214081
  2. Apple Support - HT214088
  3. Apple Support - HT214084
  4. Apple Support - HT214086
  5. Apple Support - HT214087
  6. CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog
  7. Full Disclosure Mailing List - March 18, 2024
  8. Full Disclosure Mailing List - March 21, 2024
  9. Full Disclosure Mailing List - March 25, 2024
  10. Full Disclosure Mailing List - March 24, 2024
  11. Full Disclosure Mailing List - March 26, 2024
  12. Apple Support - HT214107
  13. Full Disclosure Mailing List - May 11, 2024
  14. Full Disclosure Mailing List - May 13, 2024
  15. Apple Support - HT214100
  16. Apple Support - HT214118
  17. Full Disclosure Mailing List - July 20, 2024

Early Warning

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Armis Alert Date
Mar 5, 2024
CISA KEV Date
Mar 6, 2024
1day early

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Manufacturing: Medium
    Manufacturing
  2. Health Care & Social Assistance: Medium
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  3. Educational Services: Low
    Educational Services
  4. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services: Low
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  5. Public Administration: Low
    Public Administration
  6. Retail Trade: Low
    Retail Trade
  7. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation: Low
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  8. Finance and Insurance: Low
    Finance and Insurance
  9. Transportation & Warehousing: Low
    Transportation & Warehousing
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises: Low
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Other Services (except Public Administration): Low
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  12. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting: Low
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  13. Information: Low
    Information
  14. Accommodation & Food Services: Low
    Accommodation & Food Services
  15. Real Estate Rental & Leasing: Low
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  16. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services: Low
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  17. Construction: Low
    Construction
  18. Mining: Low
    Mining
  19. Utilities: Low
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade: Low
    Wholesale Trade

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