Product:
macOS Tahoe
Summary
A file access issue was addressed with improved input validation. An attacker may gain access to protected parts of the file system. This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| MEDIUM | 6.5 | CVE-2026-28844 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must have network access and require user interaction. By tricking a user into opening a malicious file or accessing a compromised service, the attacker can gain access to restricted areas of the file system, potentially exposing sensitive data.
Affected Products
- macOS Tahoe: The latest version addresses the file access issue with improved input validation.
Mitigation
Users are advised to update to the latest version of macOS Tahoe to mitigate this vulnerability. Regularly applying security updates can help protect against potential exploits.