CVE-2025-46289
MediumCVSS 5.5Exploitation Probability (EPSS)
Low risk9th percentile - higher than 9% of all known CVEs
Summary
A logic issue in file handling was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.7.3, macOS Sonoma 14.8.3, and macOS Tahoe 26.2. An app may be able to access protected user data.
Risk Assessment
The flaw may allow an app to access protected user data, potentially resulting in unauthorized information disclosure.
Recommendation
Update macOS to version Sequoia 15.7.3, Sonoma 14.8.3, or Tahoe 26.2 (or later).
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- CVE-2026-43710Critical
Vulnerability in macOS (Sequoia, Sonoma, Tahoe) allowing an attacker to cause unexpected system termination or corrupt kernel memory. Fixed with improved memory handling.
Original NVD description (English source)
A logic issue was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.7.3, macOS Sonoma 14.8.3, macOS Tahoe 26.2. An app may be able to access protected user data.
Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS