CVE-2025-43189
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.70%
Last modified
CVE-2025-43189 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. This issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.6, macOS Sonoma 14.7.7. EPSS estimates a 0.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.6, macOS Sonoma 14.7.7. A malicious app may be able to read kernel memory.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | < 14.7.7 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 15.0, < 15.6 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/124149Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/124150Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-43189?
This issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.6, macOS Sonoma 14.7.7. A malicious app may be able to read kernel memory.
How severe is CVE-2025-43189?
CVE-2025-43189 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-43189?
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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