CVE-2025-43264
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Memory Corruption via Malicious Image in macOS Sequoia

Publication date: 2026-04-02

Last updated on: 2026-04-03

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.6. Processing a maliciously crafted image may corrupt process memory.

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Published
2026-04-02
Last Modified
2026-04-03
Generated
2026-07-06
AI Q&A
2026-04-02
EPSS Evaluated
2026-07-05
NVD
CVE-2025-43264
EUVD
EUVD-2025-209198

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Vendor Product Version / Range
apple macos to 15.6 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-119 The product performs operations on a memory buffer, but it reads from or writes to a memory location outside the buffer's intended boundary. This may result in read or write operations on unexpected memory locations that could be linked to other variables, data structures, or internal program data.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves improper memory handling when processing a maliciously crafted image on macOS Sequoia. Exploiting this flaw may lead to corruption of process memory.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability can cause process memory corruption, which may lead to application crashes, unexpected behavior, or potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or escalate privileges.

Mitigation Strategies

The vulnerability is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.6 by improved memory handling. To mitigate this vulnerability, you should update your system to macOS Sequoia 15.6 or later.

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