CVE-2026-112511 Details
Description
A path handling issue was addressed with improved logic. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27.2, macOS Sequoia 15.8.2, macOS Tahoe 26.7.2. A malicious Screen Sharing peer may be able to create arbitrary symlinks as root.
A path handling vulnerability has been identified in the Screen Sharing server component of macOS Golden Gate, Sequoia, and Tahoe. This vulnerability allows a malicious Screen Sharing peer to create arbitrary symlinks with root privileges. The issue arises from improper logic in path handling, which could be exploited during a Screen Sharing session.
Users can update to macOS Golden Gate 27.2, macOS Sequoia 15.8.2, or macOS Tahoe 26.7.2 to address this vulnerability.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Nov 3, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/149521 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/149522 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/149523 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-59 | Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| apple macos | >= 15.0, < 15.8.2 >= 26.0, < 26.7.2 >= 27.0, < 27.2 |
CPE
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Change History
3 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Nov 3, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 26, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |