CVE-2024-54529: A logic issue was addressed with improved checks

Q: How do I fix CVE-2024-54529?

macos: upgrade to 13.7.2, 14.7.2, 15.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2024-54529 being exploited?

CVE-2024-54529 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2024-54529 affect?

CVE-2024-54529 affects macos. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.2, macOS Sonoma 14.7.2, macOS Ventura 13.7.2. An app may be able to execute arbitrary code out of its sandbox or with certain elevated privileges.

Routine

HIGH 7.8UPGRADE

CVE-2024-54529 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting macos. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.2, macOS Sonoma 14.7.2, macOS Ventura 13.7.2. An app may be able to execute arbitrary code out of its sandbox or with certain elevated privileges.

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.8 (High)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	Required
EPSS exploit chance	0.3% (top 74%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-94
Published	2024-12-12
Last modified	2026-11-03

Publisher (CNA): Apple Inc. · Vendor: apple

Last updated 2026-11-03 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2024-12-12 02:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-11-03 22:17 UTCUpdated Record last modified

apple macos UPGRADE

Affected: >= 13.0 and < 13.7.2 · >= 14.0 and < 14.7.2 · >= 15.0 and < 15.2

Fixed in: 13.7.2, 14.7.2, 15.2

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 13.0

Check your OS release

cat /etc/os-release; uname -r

Debian / Ubuntu

sudo apt update && sudo apt full-upgrade

RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora

sudo dnf upgrade --refresh

Windows

Install the latest cumulative update from Windows Update

If no patch exists yet

OS downgrades are not safe. Apply the vendor mitigation from the advisory and restrict exposure.

Advisories and coverage

Research and news

Google Project Zero: Breaking the Sound Barrier, Part II: Exploiting CVE-2024-54529 2026-01-30

Verify at the official source NVD · CVE Program · Report a problem with this page
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-2024-54529?

macos: upgrade to 13.7.2, 14.7.2, 15.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2024-54529 being exploited?

CVE-2024-54529 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-2024-54529 affect?

CVE-2024-54529 affects macos. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.2, macOS Sonoma 14.7.2, macOS Ventura 13.7.2. An app may be able to execute arbitrary code out of its sandbox or with certain elevated privileges.

How urgent is CVE-2024-54529?

Priority 34/100. High severity

Software pages

macOS vulnerabilities

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References

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