CVE-2026-65356
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Improper Access Controls in macOS Golden Gate

Publication date: 2026-10-20

Last updated on: 2026-11-03

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
An access issue was addressed with improved access controls. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27, macOS Sequoia 15.8, macOS Tahoe 26.7. An app may be able to access sensitive user data.

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Published
2026-10-20
Last Modified
2026-11-03
Generated
2026-11-09
AI Q&A
2026-10-20
EPSS Evaluated
2026-11-07
NVD
CVE-2026-65356
EUVD
EUVD-2026-104699

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Vendor Product Version / Range
apple macos to 15.8 (exc)
apple macos From 26.0 (inc) to 26.7 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-284 The product does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an access issue caused by insufficient access controls in macOS. It allows an app to potentially access sensitive user data. The issue was fixed in specific macOS versions: Golden Gate 27, Sequoia 15.8, and Tahoe 26.7.

Detection Guidance

Detection methods for this vulnerability are not explicitly provided in the available resources. The CVE describes an access issue fixed in specific macOS versions, but no detection commands or tools are mentioned. Reviewing Apple's security updates and checking system logs for unauthorized data access may help.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability could allow malicious apps to access your private data without permission. If exploited, it may lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information stored on your device.

Compliance Impact

The provided CVE data does not specify how this vulnerability affects compliance with standards like GDPR or HIPAA. The description only mentions an access issue with improved controls but lacks details on data exposure or regulatory impacts.

Mitigation Strategies

Update to the latest version of macOS Golden Gate 27, macOS Sequoia 15.8, or macOS Tahoe 26.7 to address the access control issue.

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