Product:
macOS
Summary
An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue may allow an app to disclose kernel memory. The vulnerability has been fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.7.5, macOS Sonoma 14.8.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.4.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| MEDIUM | 5.3 | CVE-2026-28832 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker could craft a malicious application that triggers the out-of-bounds read condition. By sending specially crafted network requests, the application may be able to access sensitive kernel memory, potentially leading to information disclosure.
Affected Products
- macOS Sequoia 15.7.5 – Fixed the out-of-bounds read issue.
- macOS Sonoma 14.8.5 – Addressed the vulnerability with improved bounds checking.
- macOS Tahoe 26.4 – Resolved the issue to prevent kernel memory disclosure.
Mitigation
Users are advised to update their macOS to the latest versions to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability. Regularly applying security updates can help protect against potential exploits.