Symlink Validation Flaw in visionOS and macOS by Apple
CVE-2025-43379

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
Mac OS
TV OS
Visionos
Watch OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 November 2025

What is CVE-2025-43379?

A validation issue involving symbolic links was discovered that could potentially allow unauthorized access to protected user data on Apple devices. This vulnerability affects several versions of Apple's operating systems, necessitating updates to ensure user data remains secure. Improvements have been made in the validation process of symlinks across various systems, including visionOS and macOS, aimed at mitigating this risk.

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Affected Version(s)

iOS and iPadOS < 26.1

macOS < 14.8

macOS < 26.1

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/125636
https://support.apple.com/en-us/125637
https://support.apple.com/en-us/125634

CVSS V3.1

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

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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