CVE-2026-28816
Medium
Description
A path handling issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.7.5, macOS Sonoma 14.8.5, macOS Tahoe 26.4. An app may be able to delete files for which it does not have permission.
SeverityMedium
CVSS4.0
Exploit probability—
Product
Apple Macos
PublishedMar 25, 2026
First seenMar 25, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-22Path traversal
How to fix
Update
- apple macos14.8.5, 15.7.5, 26.4 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| apple macos | 14.0 ≤ v < 14.8.5, 15.0 ≤ v < 15.7.5, 26.0 ≤ v < 26.4 | 14.8.5, 15.7.5, 26.4 |
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