CVE-2025-43416
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-12-12
Last updated on: 2026-04-02
Assigner: Apple Inc.
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| apple | macos | to 14.8.3 (exc) |
| apple | macos | From 15.0 (inc) to 15.7.3 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| 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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AI Powered Q&A
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
An app exploiting this vulnerability could gain unauthorized access to protected user data, potentially compromising user privacy and security.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, update your macOS system to macOS Sonoma 14.8.3 or macOS Sequoia 15.7.3 where the issue is fixed.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The provided resources do not specify how this vulnerability impacts compliance with common standards and regulations such as GDPR or HIPAA.
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a logic issue in macOS that allowed an app to potentially access protected user data. It has been fixed by implementing improved restrictions in macOS Sonoma 14.8.3 and macOS Sequoia 15.7.3.