Symlink Vulnerability in Apple macOS Products
CVE-2025-30450

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Apple
Status
Mac OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 March 2025

Summary

A vulnerability in Apple’s macOS operating systems allows applications to potentially access sensitive user data through improper validation of symbolic links. This issue could enable unauthorized access to information, creating privacy concerns for users. Apple has addressed this vulnerability in macOS Ventura 13.7.5, macOS Sequoia 15.4, and macOS Sonoma 14.7.5. Users are strongly advised to update their systems to mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

macOS < 15.4

macOS < 14.7

macOS < 13.7

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/122373
https://support.apple.com/en-us/122374
https://support.apple.com/en-us/122375

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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