Product:
macOS
Summary
A permissions issue was addressed with additional sandbox restrictions. This issue allows an app to potentially break out of its sandbox, which could lead to unauthorized access to system resources. The issue 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-2026-28838 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would need to craft a malicious application that takes advantage of the permissions issue. By bypassing the sandbox restrictions, the application could access sensitive system resources or data that it should not have access to. This could be done over a network, making it easier for attackers to deploy their malicious software.
Affected Products
- macOS Sequoia 15.7.5 – Fixed permissions issue with additional sandbox restrictions.
- macOS Sonoma 14.8.5 – Addressed the vulnerability to prevent app sandbox breakout.
- macOS Tahoe 26.4 – Updated to enhance security against this issue.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users should update their macOS to the latest versions provided by Apple. Regularly applying security updates and patches is essential to protect against potential exploits. Additionally, users should be cautious about the applications they install and run on their systems.