CVE-2026-28889
MEDIUMCVSS 6.2/10EPSS 0.11%
Last modified
CVE-2026-28889 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.2/10 on the CVSS scale. A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. This issue is fixed in Xcode 26.4. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. This issue is fixed in Xcode 26.4. An app may be able to read arbitrary files as root.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Xcode | < 26.4 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/126801Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-28889?
A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. This issue is fixed in Xcode 26.4. An app may be able to read arbitrary files as root.
How severe is CVE-2026-28889?
CVE-2026-28889 has a CVSS score of 6.2/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-28889?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2026-28889?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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