CVE-2025-43281
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Publication date: 2025-10-15
Last updated on: 2026-02-26
Assigner: Apple Inc.
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| apple | macos | to 15.6 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-287 | When an actor claims to have a given identity, the product does not prove or insufficiently proves that the claim is correct. |
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How can this vulnerability impact me? :
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow a local attacker to gain higher privileges than intended, potentially leading to unauthorized access or control over system resources.
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability involves an issue with authentication that could allow a local attacker to elevate their privileges on the affected system. It has been addressed and fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.6 by improving authentication mechanisms.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Update your system to macOS Sequoia 15.6 or later, as the issue is fixed in this version with improved authentication to prevent local privilege escalation.