CVE-2026-20631
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2026-20631 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26.4. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26.4. A user may be able to elevate privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | >= 26.0, < 26.4 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/126794Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-20631?
A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26.4. A user may be able to elevate privileges.
How severe is CVE-2026-20631?
CVE-2026-20631 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-20631?
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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