CVE-2024-44179

CVE-2024-44179 is a low-severity vulnerability in Apple Ipados with a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-200.

Key facts

Description

This issue was addressed by restricting options offered on a locked device. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.7 and iPadOS 17.7, iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia 15. An attacker with physical access to a device may be able to read contact numbers from the lock screen.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-44179?
This issue was addressed by restricting options offered on a locked device. This issue is fixed in iOS 17.7 and iPadOS 17.7, iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia 15. An attacker with physical access to a device may be able to read contact numbers from the lock screen.
How severe is CVE-2024-44179?
CVE-2024-44179 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.4, rated low severity. It is exploitable over physical access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2024-44179 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (19th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-44179?
CVE-2024-44179 primarily affects Apple Ipados. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-44179?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-44179 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-44179 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-54207.
When was CVE-2024-44179 published?
CVE-2024-44179 was published on 2025-03-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (3)

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