CVE-2026-86945
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macOS Golden Gate Directory Traversal Vulnerability

Publication date: 2026-10-26

Last updated on: 2026-10-26

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27.2, macOS Sequoia 15.8.2, macOS Tahoe 26.7.2. A malicious app may be able to create files in protected directories.

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Published
2026-10-26
Last Modified
2026-10-26
Generated
2026-10-27
AI Q&A
2026-10-27
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-86945
EUVD
EUVD-2026-110397

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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 vulnerability allows a malicious application to create files in protected directories on Apple systems. It was addressed with improved checks and fixed in specific macOS versions.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to place malicious files in restricted areas, potentially leading to unauthorized access, system compromise, or bypassing security controls.

Mitigation Strategies

Update to the latest patched versions of macOS Golden Gate 27.2, macOS Sequoia 15.8.2, or macOS Tahoe 26.7.2 to address the vulnerability.

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