PatchTheCVECVE-2024-11681: A malicious or compromised MacPorts mirror can execute arbitrary commands as root on the machine of a client r
CVE-2024-11681 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.8) affecting macports. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A malicious or compromised MacPorts mirror can execute arbitrary commands as root on the machine of a client running port selfupdate against the mirror.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.8 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | High |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.5% (top 59%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-78 |
| Published | 2025-01-07 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-11681?
macports: upgrade to 2.10.5. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-11681 being exploited?
CVE-2024-11681 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-11681 affect?
CVE-2024-11681 affects macports. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.8). A malicious or compromised MacPorts mirror can execute arbitrary commands as root on the machine of a client running port selfupdate against the mirror.
How urgent is CVE-2024-11681?
Priority 39/100. Public exploit reference