CVE-2026-28823
Path Traversal in macOS Tahoe Allows Deletion of System Files
Publication date: 2026-03-25
Last updated on: 2026-03-25
Assigner: Apple Inc.
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| apple | macos | From 26.0 (inc) to 26.4 (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
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a path handling issue in macOS Tahoe that was addressed by improving validation mechanisms. It allows an application running with root privileges to potentially delete protected system files.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an app with root privileges to delete important protected system files, which may lead to system instability, data loss, or compromise of system integrity.
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 26.4 or later, where the issue has been fixed with improved validation.
Avoid running untrusted applications with root privileges to reduce the risk of protected system files being deleted.