CVE-2026-86931
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Improved Memory Management Privacy Issue in macOS

Publication date: 2026-10-26

Last updated on: 2026-10-26

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
A privacy issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27, macOS Sequoia 15.8.2, macOS Tahoe 26.7.2. An app may be able to access sensitive user data.

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Published
2026-10-26
Last Modified
2026-10-26
Generated
2026-10-27
AI Q&A
2026-10-26
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-86931
EUVD
EUVD-2026-110230

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Apple macOS 0
Apple macOS 0
Apple macOS 0

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This is a privacy issue where an app may be able to access sensitive user data due to improved memory management flaws in macOS versions.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to access your private data, such as files, messages, or credentials, if they trick you into running a malicious app.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data exposure, potentially violating GDPR (privacy rights) or HIPAA (protected health information), depending on the data accessed.

Mitigation Strategies

Update to the latest version of macOS Golden Gate 27, macOS Sequoia 15.8.2, or macOS Tahoe 26.7.2 or later to address the privacy issue with improved memory management.

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