CVE-2026-86915
MEDIUMCVSS 4.7/10EPSS 0.14%
Last modified
CVE-2026-86915 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.7/10 on the CVSS scale. A race condition was addressed with improved locking. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A race condition was addressed with improved locking. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27. An app may be able to cause unexpected system termination.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | macOS | < 27 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-86915?
A race condition was addressed with improved locking. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27. An app may be able to cause unexpected system termination.
How severe is CVE-2026-86915?
CVE-2026-86915 has a CVSS score of 4.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-86915?
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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