CVE-2025-43408
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Publication date: 2025-11-04

Last updated on: 2026-04-02

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
This issue was addressed by restricting options offered on a locked device. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.7.2, macOS Sonoma 14.8.2, macOS Tahoe 26.1. An attacker with physical access may be able to access contacts from the lock screen.
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Published
2025-11-04
Last Modified
2026-04-02
Generated
2026-06-16
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2025-11-04
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-14
NVD
CVE-2025-43408
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Vendor Product Version / Range
apple macos to 14.8.2 (exc)
apple macos From 15.0 (inc) to 15.7.2 (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 allows an attacker with physical access to a locked Apple device to potentially access contacts from the lock screen. The issue was addressed by restricting the options available on a locked device to prevent such unauthorized access.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow someone with physical access to your locked device to view your contacts without unlocking the device, potentially exposing personal or sensitive contact information.

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, update your macOS to version Sonoma 14.8.2 or Sequoia 15.7.2, which include the fix that restricts options on a locked device to prevent unauthorized access to contacts from the lock screen.

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