CVE-2026-84520
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.14%
Last modified
CVE-2026-84520 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A buffer overflow was addressed with improved size validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A buffer overflow was addressed with improved size validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27. A local attacker may be able to cause unexpected system termination or corrupt kernel memory.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | < 27.0 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149035Vendor Advisory, Release Notes
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-84520?
A buffer overflow was addressed with improved size validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27. A local attacker may be able to cause unexpected system termination or corrupt kernel memory.
How severe is CVE-2026-84520?
CVE-2026-84520 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-84520?
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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