CVE-2026-28911
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.29%
Last modified
CVE-2026-28911 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.8.8, macOS Tahoe 26.6. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.8.8, macOS Tahoe 26.6. A malicious app may be able to corrupt memory of a system process.
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 | >= 14.0, < 14.8.8 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 26.0, < 26.6 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/128067Vendor Advisory, Release Notes
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/128072Vendor Advisory, Release Notes
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-28911?
The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sonoma 14.8.8, macOS Tahoe 26.6. A malicious app may be able to corrupt memory of a system process.
How severe is CVE-2026-28911?
CVE-2026-28911 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-28911?
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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