CVE-2026-28914
Full vulnerability record from the local CVENow database.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.7.8, macOS Sonoma 14.8.8, macOS Tahoe 26.5. A maliciously crafted ZIP archive may bypass Gatekeeper checks.
Severity
MEDIUM
CVSS score
5.5
(v3.1)
Vulnerability status
Modified
Source identifier
Published
2026-05-11 21:18:53.903000
Last modified
2026-10-26 18:10:00.173000
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"published": "2026-05-11T21:18:53.903",
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