{"id":40370,"date":"2025-05-19T09:34:42","date_gmt":"2025-05-19T09:34:42","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-06-10T11:18:59","modified_gmt":"2025-06-10T17:18:59","slug":"cve-2025-31246-kernel-memory-corruption-in-macos-via-malicious-afp-server","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2025-31246-kernel-memory-corruption-in-macos-via-malicious-afp-server\/","title":{"rendered":"CVE-2025-31246: Kernel Memory Corruption in macOS via Malicious AFP Server<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"

Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n

The cybersecurity landscape is riddled with vulnerabilities that could potentially compromise systems and leak sensitive data. The CVE-2025-31246 is one such vulnerability that affects macOS systems and can lead to serious damage if not addressed promptly. This vulnerability primarily affects users connecting to a malicious Apple Filing<\/a> Protocol (AFP) server, leading to kernel memory corruption. It is a high-risk vulnerability<\/a>, underscored by its CVSS severity score of 8.8, and poses a significant threat to macOS users globally.
\nThis vulnerability is especially dangerous because it could allow<\/a> cybercriminals to compromise systems or leak data potentially. It is therefore essential for macOS users to understand the nature of this vulnerability<\/a> and take necessary steps to mitigate its risks.<\/p>\n

Vulnerability Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n

CVE ID: CVE-2025-31246
\nSeverity: High (8.8 CVSS score)
\nAttack Vector: Network
\nPrivileges Required: None
\nUser Interaction: Required
\nImpact: System compromise or data leakage<\/a><\/p>\n

Affected Products<\/strong><\/p>

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