CVE-2025-43293
Description
The issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.7, macOS Sonoma 14.8, macOS Tahoe 26. An app may be able to access sensitive user data.
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An input validation vulnerability in macOS could allow an app to access sensitive user data; fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.7, Sonoma 14.8, and Tahoe 26.
Vulnerability
Overview CVE-2025-43293 is an input validation vulnerability in macOS that could allow an app to access sensitive user data. The issue was addressed with improved input validation, as noted in the security advisories for the affected versions [1][3][4].
Exploitation
An attacker would need to have an app running on the target Mac to exploit this vulnerability. The exact attack vector is not detailed, but it likely involves crafted input that bypasses validation checks. No additional privileges or user interaction beyond installing the app are required [1][2].
Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive user data, such as personal files or credentials. The specific data accessible is not disclosed, but the impact is rated medium with a CVSS v3 score of 5.5 [1][3][4].
Mitigation
Apple has released updates for macOS Sequoia 15.7, macOS Sonoma 14.8, and macOS Tahoe 26. Users are advised to update to these versions to protect against this vulnerability [1][2][3][4].
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Affected products
4- Range: <15.7
- Range: <14.8
- Range: <26
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
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References
6- support.apple.com/en-us/125111nvdRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- support.apple.com/en-us/125112nvdRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2025/Sep/53nvd
- seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2025/Sep/54nvd
- seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2025/Sep/55nvd
- support.apple.com/en-us/125110nvd
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