# CVE-2025-43200: Messages: A logic issue existed when processing a maliciously crafted photo or video shared via an iCloud Link. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals.

CVE-2025-43200 is fixed in 3 products on 1 platform, first by Sequoia 15.3.1, released February 10, 2025. It is being exploited: CISA added it to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on June 16, 2025. Patch Radar priority: Patch now.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2025-43200
- Priority: Patch now
- CVSS: 4.2 (MEDIUM)
- EPSS: 0.0119
- CISA KEV: listed Jun 16, 2025, federal due date Jul 7, 2025
- Exploited (vendor report): yes
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Feb 10, 2025
- Vendor advisory: https://support.apple.com/en-us/122901

## Description

This issue was addressed with improved checks.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| macOS | Sequoia | 15.3.1 | [Sequoia 15.3.1](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/macos/sequoia-15.3.1.md) | Feb 10, 2025 |
| macOS | Sonoma | 14.7.4 | [Sonoma 14.7.4](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/macos/sonoma-14.7.4.md) | Feb 10, 2025 |
| macOS | Ventura | 13.7.4 | [Ventura 13.7.4](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/macos/ventura-13.7.4.md) | Feb 10, 2025 |

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