CVE-2025-31219:An issue in Apple's kernel memory handling may allow an attacker to cause an unexpected system termination or kernel memory corruption. The vulnerability is fixed in specific updated releases across Apple platforms (watchOS 11.5, macOS Sonoma 14.7.6, tvOS 18.5, iPadOS 17.7.7, iOS 18.5 and iPadOS 18.5, macOS Sequoia 15.5, visionOS 2.5, macOS Ventura 13.7.6).

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The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in watchOS 11.5, macOS Sonoma 14.7.6, tvOS 18.5, iPadOS 17.7.7, iOS 18.5 and iPadOS 18.5, macOS Sequoia 15.5, visionOS 2.5, macOS Ventura 13.7.6. An attacker may be able to cause unexpected system termination or corrupt kernel memory.

Overview

CVE-2025-31219 describes an improper restriction of operations within the bounds of a memory buffer (CWE-119) affecting multiple Apple platforms. The vulnerability can allow an attacker to cause an unexpected system termination or kernel memory corruption, with a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.1 (HIGH). Impact spans watchOS, macOS, iPadOS, iOS, tvOS, visionOS, and macOS releases such as Sonoma, Sequoia, Ventura, and related devices. Affected versions include unspecified builds prior to the listed fixed releases across the aforementioned platforms.

Remediation

Upgrade affected devices to the fixed versions listed by Apple: watchOS 11.5, macOS Sonoma 14.7.6, tvOS 18.5, iPadOS 17.7.7, iOS 18.5 and iPadOS 18.5, macOS Sequoia 15.5, visionOS 2.5, and macOS Ventura 13.7.6. These updates address the memory handling issue and mitigate the risk of kernel memory corruption or unexpected termination.

References

  • https://support.apple.com/en-us/122720
  • https://support.apple.com/en-us/122716
  • https://support.apple.com/en-us/122405
  • https://support.apple.com/en-us/122404
  • https://support.apple.com/en-us/122717
  • https://support.apple.com/en-us/122721
  • https://support.apple.com/en-us/122722
  • https://support.apple.com/en-us/122718

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

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