Path Handling Vulnerability in macOS by Apple
CVE-2025-43196

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
Mac OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 July 2025

What is CVE-2025-43196?

A path handling issue can potentially allow applications to gain elevated root privileges, posing significant security risks. This vulnerability was addressed with enhanced validation measures in the latest versions of macOS, including Sequoia 15.6, Sonoma 14.7.7, and Ventura 13.7.7. It is crucial for users to update their systems to safeguard against the exploitation of this issue.

Affected Version(s)

macOS < 15.6

macOS < 14.7

macOS < 13.7

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/124149
https://support.apple.com/en-us/124150
https://support.apple.com/en-us/124151

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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