What is the severity of CVE-2024-54542?

CVE-2024-54542 is classified with moderate severity due to its impact on authentication and state management.

How do I fix CVE-2024-54542?

To fix CVE-2024-54542, update Safari to version 18.2 or update your affected Apple devices to their respective patched versions.

What is the impact of CVE-2024-54542?

CVE-2024-54542 allows unauthorized access to Private Browsing tabs, potentially exposing sensitive information.

Which products are affected by CVE-2024-54542?

CVE-2024-54542 affects Apple Safari, macOS Sequoia, watchOS, iOS, and iPadOS prior to their respective version updates.

When was CVE-2024-54542 disclosed?

CVE-2024-54542 was disclosed as an authentication vulnerability in the affected Apple software products.

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CVE-2024-54542

high

7.5

CWE

863

27/1/2025

28/1/2025

CVE-2024-54542

First published: Mon Jan 27 2025(Updated: )

An authentication issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in Safari 18.2, macOS Sequoia 15.2, watchOS 11.2, iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2. Private Browsing tabs may be accessed without authentication.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple Safari	<18.2
	<15.2
Apple watchOS	<11.2
Apple iOS	<18.2
Apple iPadOS	<18.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-54542?
CVE-2024-54542 is classified with moderate severity due to its impact on authentication and state management.
How do I fix CVE-2024-54542?
To fix CVE-2024-54542, update Safari to version 18.2 or update your affected Apple devices to their respective patched versions.
What is the impact of CVE-2024-54542?
CVE-2024-54542 allows unauthorized access to Private Browsing tabs, potentially exposing sensitive information.
Which products are affected by CVE-2024-54542?
CVE-2024-54542 affects Apple Safari, macOS Sequoia, watchOS, iOS, and iPadOS prior to their respective version updates.
When was CVE-2024-54542 disclosed?
CVE-2024-54542 was disclosed as an authentication vulnerability in the affected Apple software products.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-54542?
CVE-2024-54542 is classified with moderate severity due to its impact on authentication and state management.
How do I fix CVE-2024-54542?
To fix CVE-2024-54542, update Safari to version 18.2 or update your affected Apple devices to their respective patched versions.
What is the impact of CVE-2024-54542?
CVE-2024-54542 allows unauthorized access to Private Browsing tabs, potentially exposing sensitive information.
Which products are affected by CVE-2024-54542?
CVE-2024-54542 affects Apple Safari, macOS Sequoia, watchOS, iOS, and iPadOS prior to their respective version updates.
When was CVE-2024-54542 disclosed?
CVE-2024-54542 was disclosed as an authentication vulnerability in the affected Apple software products.