CVE-2025-31201: Apple Multiple Products Arbitrary Read and Write Vulnerability
First published: Wed Apr 16 2025(Updated: )
Apple iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and other Apple products contain an arbitrary read and write vulnerability that allows an attacker to bypass Pointer Authentication.
Credit: Apple Google Threat Analysis Group product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| tvOS | <18.4.1 | 18.4.1 |
| Apple Multiple Products | ||
| macOS | <15.4.1 | |
| tvOS | <18.4.1 | |
| visionOS | <2.4.1 | |
| Apple iOS, iPadOS, and macOS | <18.4.1 | |
| iPhone OS | <18.4.1 | |
| macOS | <15.4.1 | 15.4.1 |
| visionOS | <2.4.1 | 2.4.1 |
| <18.4.1 | 18.4.1 | |
| <18.4.1 | 18.4.1 |
Remedy
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Reference Links
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/122400 (Advisory)
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/122402 (Advisory)
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/122401 (Advisory)
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/122282 (Advisory)
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/apple-fixes-two-zero-days-exploited-in-targeted-iphone-attacks/
- https://www.zdnet.com/article/update-your-iphone-now-to-patch-a-carplay-glitch-and-two-serious-security-flaws/
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-31201
Parent vulnerabilities
(Appears in the following advisories)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-31201?
CVE-2025-31201 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its memory corruption issue.
How do I fix CVE-2025-31201?
To fix CVE-2025-31201, update your device to macOS Sequoia 15.4.1, visionOS 2.4.1, or iOS/iPadOS/tvOS 18.4.1.
What types of devices are affected by CVE-2025-31201?
CVE-2025-31201 affects devices running macOS Sequoia, iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, and visionOS before the specified updates.
Is there a specific patch for CVE-2025-31201?
Yes, CVE-2025-31201 is patched in the latest updates: macOS Sequoia 15.4.1, visionOS 2.4.1, and iOS/iPadOS/tvOS 18.4.1.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2025-31201?
CVE-2025-31201 involves a memory corruption issue in CoreAudio that was addressed with improved bounds checking.
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