CVE-2025-24200 Details
Description
An authorization issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iOS 15.8.4 and iPadOS 15.8.4, iOS 16.7.11 and iPadOS 16.7.11, iOS 18.3.1 and iPadOS 18.3.1, iPadOS 17.7.5. A physical attack may disable USB Restricted Mode on a locked device. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals.
A vulnerability has been identified in Apple iOS and iPadOS that allows a physical attack to disable USB Restricted Mode on locked devices. This issue arises from an authorization flaw that has been addressed with improved state management. The vulnerability is present in iOS 18.3.1, iPadOS 18.3.1, and iPadOS 17.7.5. Apple is aware of reports that this vulnerability may have been exploited in a highly sophisticated attack targeting specific individuals.
Users can update to iOS 18.3.1 or iPadOS 18.3.1 through iTunes or the Software Update feature on their devices. iPadOS 17.7.5 is also available through the same channels. Instructions for checking and applying the update are available on the Apple Support website.
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Feb 13, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2025-24200 | CISA-ADP | US Government Resource |
| http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2025/Apr/7 | CVE | Mailing ListThird Party Advisory |
| http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2025/Feb/7 | CVE | Mailing ListThird Party Advisory |
| http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2025/Feb/8 | CVE | Mailing ListThird Party Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/122173 | [email protected] | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/122174 | [email protected] | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/122345 | [email protected] | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/122346 | [email protected] | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
This CVE is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog
Reference CISA's BOD 22-01 and Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog for further guidance and requirements.
| Vulnerability Name | Date Added | Due Date | Required Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and iPadOS Incorrect Authorization Vulnerability | Feb 12, 2025 | Mar 5, 2025 | Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-863 | Incorrect Authorization | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| apple ipados | < 15.8.4 >= 16.0, < 16.7.11 >= 17.0, <= 17.7.5 >= 18.0, < 18.3.1 |
CPE
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| apple iphone os | < 15.8.4 >= 16.0, < 16.7.11 >= 17.0, < 18.3.1 |
CPE
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Change History
20 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 3, 2026 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Apr 2, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Nov 4, 2025 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Nov 3, 2025 | CVE Modified | CVE |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Oct 21, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 21, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 21, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 2, 2025 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Mar 20, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 7, 2025 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Feb 18, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Feb 13, 2025 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Feb 13, 2025 | CVE CISA KEV Update | Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) U.S. Civilian Government |
| Feb 11, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Feb 11, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Feb 11, 2025 | CVE Modified | CVE |
| Feb 10, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |