Scott Johnson

**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions** macOS versions prior to Sonoma 14.5 macOS versions 14.5 Beta 1 (23F5049f) and older macOS versions 13.6.6 (22G630) and older macOS versions 12.7.4 (21H1123) and older macOS versions 11 and earlier **Description** A logic issue was identified and addressed through improved restrictions. This issue could allow an application to gain root privileges. Multiple sources confirm the availability of proof-of-concept (PoC) code for exploitation. The vulnerability affects multiple macOS versions. **Recommendations** Update to macOS Sonoma version 14.5 or later. Update to macOS Sonoma version 14.5 or later if running versions prior to 14.5 Beta 1 (23F5049f). Update to macOS Sonoma version 14.5 or later if running versions prior to 13.6.6 (22G630). Update to macOS Sonoma version 14.5 or later if running versions prior to 12.7.4 (21H1123). Update to macOS Sonoma version 14.5 or later if running any version of macOS 11 or earlier.