Description Preview
The vulnerability CVE-2025-24148 is a critical issue in Apple's macOS. It allows a malicious JAR file to bypass Gatekeeper checks, leading to a potential breach of system integrity. The problem arises due to improper validation of integrity check value (CWE-354). The attack can be executed over the network without any user interaction and has a high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system. The versions of macOS affected are those less than 13.7, 14.7, and 15.4.
Overview
The vulnerability was first published by Apple on 31st March 2025, and it was updated by CISA-ADP on 2nd April 2025. The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8, making it a critical issue. The attack can be automated and has a total technical impact.
Remediation
The issue has been addressed with improved handling of executable types. The problem is fixed in macOS Ventura 13.7.5, macOS Sequoia 15.4, and macOS Sonoma 14.7.5. Users are advised to update their systems to these versions or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
References
For more information, you can refer to the following links:
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis 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.
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.
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- InformationInformation
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- MiningMining
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- ConstructionConstruction
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
