CVE-2026-28823
Medium
Description
A path handling issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26.4. An app with root privileges may be able to delete protected system files.
SeverityMedium
CVSS4.9
Exploit probability—
Product
Apple Macos
PublishedMar 25, 2026
First seenMar 25, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-284Improper access control
How to fix
Update
- apple macos26.4 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| apple macos | 26.0 ≤ v < 26.4 | 26.4 |
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