Apple Products MobileBackup Vulnerability Allowing Modification of Protected System Files

Vulnerability

A logic issue has been identified in Apple's MobileBackup feature, available on visionOS 2.2, watchOS 11.2, tvOS 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2, iOS 18.2, and iPadOS 18.2. This vulnerability allows for the modification of protected system files by restoring a maliciously crafted backup file.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized changes in protected system files, potentially disrupting normal system operations or causing data loss.

Added: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM
Updated: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
2.5
exploitability
3.0
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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