CVE-2025-43472 Details
Description
A validation issue was addressed with improved input sanitization. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.7.2, macOS Sonoma 14.8.2, macOS Tahoe 26.1. An app may be able to gain root privileges.
A validation vulnerability has been identified in the bash component of Apple macOS Sonoma 14.8.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.7.2. This issue allows an application to potentially gain root privileges by exploiting inadequate input sanitization. The vulnerability arises from a logic flaw that could be manipulated to escalate privileges.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Nov 5, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/125634 | [email protected] | |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/125635 | [email protected] | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/125636 | [email protected] | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-20 | Improper Input Validation | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| apple macos | < 14.8.2 >= 15.0, < 15.7.2 |
CPE
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Change History
7 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Apr 2, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Dec 17, 2025 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Nov 4, 2025 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Nov 4, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Nov 4, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |