CVE-2026-28844
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Improper Input Validation in macOS Tahoe Allows Unauthorized File Access

Publication date: 2026-03-25

Last updated on: 2026-03-25

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
A file access issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26.4. An attacker may gain access to protected parts of the file system.

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Published
2026-03-25
Last Modified
2026-03-25
Generated
2026-07-06
AI Q&A
2026-03-25
EPSS Evaluated
2026-07-05
NVD
CVE-2026-28844
EUVD
EUVD-2026-15119

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Vendor Product Version / Range
apple macos to 26.4 (exc)

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a file access issue in macOS Tahoe that was addressed by improving input validation. It allows an attacker to potentially gain access to protected parts of the file system.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability could allow an attacker to access protected areas of the file system, which may lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data or system files.

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Mitigation Strategies

The vulnerability is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26.4 by improved input validation to prevent unauthorized file system access.

To mitigate this vulnerability, you should update your macOS Tahoe system to version 26.4 or later.

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