CVE-2026-20603
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Improper Redaction in macOS Tahoe Allows Root Data Exposure

Publication date: 2026-02-11

Last updated on: 2026-02-18

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
This issue was addressed with improved redaction of sensitive information. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26.3. An app with root privileges may be able to access private information.
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Published
2026-02-11
Last Modified
2026-02-18
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-02-12
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-20603
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Vendor Product Version / Range
apple macos to 26.3 (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 involves an app with root privileges potentially being able to access private information due to insufficient redaction of sensitive data. The issue was addressed by improving the redaction process to better protect sensitive information.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an application running with root privileges to access private information that should otherwise be protected, potentially leading to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive data.

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Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, update your system to macOS Tahoe 26.3 or later, where the issue has been fixed with improved redaction of sensitive information.

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