CVE-2026-28826
Modified Modified - Updated After Analysis
Sandbox Escape via Logic Flaw in macOS Tahoe

Publication date: 2026-03-25

Last updated on: 2026-05-11

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.7.5, macOS Sonoma 14.8.5, macOS Tahoe 26.4. A malicious app may be able to break out of its sandbox.
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Published
2026-03-25
Last Modified
2026-05-11
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-03-25
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-28826
EUVD
EUVD-2026-15095
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Vendor Product Version / Range
apple macos From 26.0 (inc) to 26.4 (exc)
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CWE-UNKNOWN
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a logic issue in macOS Tahoe that was addressed by implementing improved restrictions. It allows a malicious application to potentially break out of its sandbox, which is a security mechanism designed to isolate applications and limit their access to system resources.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow a malicious app to escape its sandbox environment, potentially gaining unauthorized access to system resources or data that should be isolated. This could lead to unauthorized actions or data exposure on the affected macOS Tahoe system.

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Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, update your system to macOS Tahoe 26.4 or later, where the issue has been fixed with improved restrictions to prevent malicious apps from breaking out of their sandbox.

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