CVE-2026-84562
MEDIUMCVSS 4.7/10EPSS 0.07%
Last modified
CVE-2026-84562 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.7/10 on the CVSS scale. A race condition was addressed with additional validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26.6. EPSS estimates a 0.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A race condition was addressed with additional validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26.6. An app may be able to access protected user data.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | < 26.6 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/128067Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-84562?
A race condition was addressed with additional validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26.6. An app may be able to access protected user data.
How severe is CVE-2026-84562?
CVE-2026-84562 has a CVSS score of 4.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-84562?
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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