CVE-2025-43417
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Path Handling Vulnerability in macOS Sonoma Allows Data Access

Publication date: 2026-02-11

Last updated on: 2026-04-02

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
A path handling issue was addressed with improved logic. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.8.4, macOS Tahoe 26.2. An app may be able to access user-sensitive data.
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Published
2026-02-11
Last Modified
2026-04-02
Generated
2026-06-16
AI Q&A
2026-02-12
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2025-43417
EUVD
EUVD-2025-207249
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Vendor Product Version / Range
apple macos to 14.8.4 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-22 The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a path handling issue in macOS that was addressed with improved logic. It could allow an application to access user-sensitive data improperly.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability may allow an app to access sensitive user data without proper authorization, potentially leading to privacy breaches or unauthorized data exposure.

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Mitigation Strategies

The vulnerability is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.8.4. To mitigate this issue, you should update your system to macOS Sonoma 14.8.4 or later.

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