Logic Issue in macOS Affects User Data Protection
CVE-2025-46289

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 December 2025

What is CVE-2025-46289?

A logic issue within macOS has raised concerns regarding the potential unauthorized access to protected user data. This vulnerability emerged due to insufficient file handling processes, which could allow applications to bypass security measures and access sensitive user information. Apple has released updates in macOS Sonoma 14.8.3 and macOS Sequoia 15.7.3 to address this issue and enhance data protection for users, ensuring tighter security controls and improved handling of files to prevent unauthorized access.

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Affected Version(s)

macOS < 14.8

macOS < 15.7

macOS < 26.2

References

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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