CVE-2026-86945 Details
Description
This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27.2, macOS Sequoia 15.8.2, macOS Tahoe 26.7.2. A malicious app may be able to create files in protected directories.
A vulnerability exists in the libcryptex component of macOS Golden Gate 27.2, Sequoia 15.8.2, and Tahoe 26.7.2. This vulnerability allows a malicious application to create files in protected directories. The issue arises from insufficient checks on file creation permissions, which could be exploited by apps to bypass normal restrictions and write to areas of the file system that are typically off-limits.
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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 4, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/149521 | [email protected] | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/149522 | [email protected] | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/149523 | [email protected] | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-732 | Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| apple macos | < 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 4, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 26, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |