CVE-2026-20646
Sensitive Data Exposure via Logging Flaw in macOS Tahoe
Publication date: 2026-02-11
Last updated on: 2026-02-13
Assigner: Apple Inc.
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| apple | macos | to 26.3 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-532 | The product writes sensitive information to a log file. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is related to a logging issue in macOS Tahoe where sensitive location information was not properly redacted in logs.
A malicious application could exploit this issue to read sensitive location data that should have been protected.
The issue was addressed by improving data redaction in the logging system and fixed in macOS Tahoe version 26.3.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow a malicious app to access sensitive location information without authorization.
This could lead to privacy breaches, as location data can reveal a user's movements and habits.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, update your system to macOS Tahoe 26.3 or later, where the logging issue has been fixed with improved data redaction.