CVE-2026-112605
Received Received - Intake

Improved Symlink Handling in Xcode 27.2

Publication date: 2026-10-30

Last updated on: 2026-10-30

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
This issue was addressed with improved handling of symlinks. This issue is fixed in Xcode 27.2. An app may be able to read arbitrary files.

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Published
2026-10-30
Last Modified
2026-10-30
Generated
2026-10-30
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2026-10-30
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-112605
EUVD
EUVD-2026-113446

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Vendor Product Version / Range
Apple Xcode 0

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves improved handling of symlinks in Xcode 27.2. An attacker could exploit this to read arbitrary files on a system by manipulating symlinks.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to access sensitive files on your system that they normally would not have permission to read. This could include personal data, system files, or other confidential information.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Xcode to version 27.2 or later to address the symlink handling issue. Remove any affected apps that may have been installed prior to the update.

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