CVE-2025-43296
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.13%
Last modified
CVE-2025-43296 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26. EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26. An app may bypass Gatekeeper checks.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | < 26.0 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/125110Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-43296?
A logic issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26. An app may bypass Gatekeeper checks.
How severe is CVE-2025-43296?
CVE-2025-43296 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-43296?
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.
How Strix Helps
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