CVE-2026-43692
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.51%
Last modified
CVE-2026-43692 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A validation issue was addressed with improved input sanitization. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27, macOS Sequoia 15.8, macOS Tahoe 26.7. EPSS estimates a 0.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A validation issue was addressed with improved input sanitization. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27, macOS Sequoia 15.8, macOS Tahoe 26.7. A remote user may cause an unexpected app termination or arbitrary code execution.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | >= 15.0, < 15.8 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 26.0, < 26.7 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149035Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149042Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149043Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-43692?
A validation issue was addressed with improved input sanitization. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27, macOS Sequoia 15.8, macOS Tahoe 26.7. A remote user may cause an unexpected app termination or arbitrary code execution.
How severe is CVE-2026-43692?
CVE-2026-43692 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-43692?
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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