CVE-2025-43514: Apple macOS · Information Exposure
Affects Apple macOSSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 5.5 Medium · fixed in 26.2 : update Apple macOS when convenient.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 14:05 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.1% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 7% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
- Patch
- Available – fixed in 26.2
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:NExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 17 Dec 2025
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Apple macOS | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
Organizations should prioritize updating all macOS systems to version Tahoe 26.2 or later, where the vulnerability is fixed by improved cache handling. Until patching is possible, restrict installation and execution of untrusted or unnecessary applications, especially those running with user-level privileges. Employ application whitelisting and endpoint protection solutions that can detect anomalous behavior indicative of attempts to access protected data. Limit local user access rights and enforce the principle of least privilege to reduce the risk of exploitation by low-privilege apps. Regularly audit installed applications and monitor system logs for suspicious access patterns to sensitive files or caches. Additionally, educate users about the risks of installing unverified software and maintain strict controls over software supply chains. For environments with shared systems, consider isolating user sessions or employing virtualization to contain potential data exposure. Finally, keep abreast of Apple security advisories for any updates or additional mitigations related to this vulnerability.
Description
The issue was addressed with improved handling of caches. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26.2. An app may be able to access protected user data.