macOS Tahoe 26.2 Path Handling Bug Enables Root Apps to Delete Protected Files
CVE-2026-28823 Published on March 25, 2026
A path handling issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26.4. An app with root privileges may be able to delete protected system files.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-28823 can be exploited with network access, and requires user privileges. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have a high impact on confidentiality, with no impact on integrity and availability.
Weakness Type
What is an Authorization Vulnerability?
The software does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor.
CVE-2026-28823 has been classified to as an Authorization vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-28823
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Affected Versions
Apple macOS:- Before 26.4 is affected.
Exploit Probability
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