Apple devices: arbitrary code execution via malicious web content (CVE-2024-44308) #shorts

CVE

This CVE-2024-44308 deals with the potential for arbitrary code execution through malicious web content, specifically targeting Intel-based Mac systems. This zero-day vulnerability affects several Apple products, including Safari, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, and visionOS. Hackers can exploit this issue by crafting web content that, when processed, can execute any code they choose on the vulnerable systems. This vulnerability is concerning as it has been reportedly exploited in the wild, demonstrating its capability to compromise affected devices before any fixes were available.

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• https://support.apple.com/en-us/121756
• https://support.apple.com/en-us/121753
• https://support.apple.com/en-us/121752
• https://support.apple.com/en-us/121755
• https://support.apple.com/en-us/121754