CVE-2026-86928: An app may be able to access protected user data in Apple macOS
Description
A path handling vulnerability in Apple macOS could allow an app to access protected user data. This issue was addressed with improved validation and fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27. Versions prior to 27 are affected.
Affected software
Apple
macOS
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-86928 describes a path handling issue in Apple macOS that could enable an application to access protected user data improperly. The vulnerability was mitigated by improving validation mechanisms in the operating system. The fix is included in macOS Golden Gate 27, making all earlier versions vulnerable.
Potential Impact
An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to protected user data on affected macOS versions prior to Golden Gate 27. This could lead to privacy breaches or data leakage.
Mitigation Recommendations
Upgrade to macOS Golden Gate 27 or later, where the issue has been fixed with improved path validation. No other mitigation guidance is provided.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- apple
- Date Reserved
- 2026-09-08T16:43:41.878Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ad6c19d2cdf04f656e4a8ba
Added to database: 10/20/2026, 01:19:25 UTC
Last enriched: 10/20/2026, 01:48:42 UTC
Last updated: 10/20/2026, 01:48:42 UTC
Views: 3
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