CVE-2026-28914
Logic Issue in macOS Tahoe 26.5 Bypasses Gatekeeper Checks
Publication date: 2026-05-11
Last updated on: 2026-05-11
Assigner: Apple Inc.
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| apple | macos_tahoe | to 26.5 (inc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
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| CWE-UNKNOWN |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a logic issue related to file handling in macOS Tahoe. Specifically, a maliciously crafted ZIP archive can bypass Gatekeeper checks, which are security measures designed to prevent untrusted software from running.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
If exploited, this vulnerability could allow malicious ZIP files to bypass Gatekeeper protections, potentially leading to the execution of untrusted or harmful software on a macOS Tahoe system.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, update your system to macOS Tahoe 26.5 or later, where the issue has been fixed.