CVE-2025-31259
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.21%
Last modified
CVE-2025-31259 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A privacy issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.5, macOS Sequoia 15.7, macOS Sonoma 14.8, macOS Tahoe 26. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A privacy issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.5, macOS Sequoia 15.7, macOS Sonoma 14.8, macOS Tahoe 26. An app may be able to capture a screenshot of an app entering or exiting full screen mode.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | < 15.5 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/122716Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-31259?
A privacy issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.5, macOS Sequoia 15.7, macOS Sonoma 14.8, macOS Tahoe 26. An app may be able to capture a screenshot of an app entering or exiting full screen mode.
How severe is CVE-2025-31259?
CVE-2025-31259 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-31259?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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