CVE-2025-31272
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macOS Sequoia Privilege Escalation via Launch Constraints Bypass

Publication date: 2026-06-11

Last updated on: 2026-06-11

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
The issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.4. An app may be able to bypass launch constraint protections and execute malicious code with elevated privileges.
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Published
2026-06-11
Last Modified
2026-06-11
Generated
2026-06-11
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2026-06-11
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NVD
CVE-2025-31272
EUVD
EUVD-2025-210116
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Vendor Product Version / Range
apple macos_sequoia 15.4
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CWE ID Description
CWE-269 The product does not properly assign, modify, track, or check privileges for an actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability allows an app to bypass launch constraint protections on macOS Sequoia 15.4, potentially enabling the app to execute malicious code with elevated privileges.

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, update your system to macOS Sequoia 15.4 or later, where the issue has been fixed with improved checks to prevent apps from bypassing launch constraint protections and executing malicious code with elevated privileges.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow malicious applications to run code with elevated privileges, which may lead to unauthorized access, data compromise, or system control.

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