Actively Exploited in the Wild

This vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild.

Apple macOS Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in Apple macOS, specifically in versions prior to 10.14.4. This vulnerability allows a malicious application to gain elevated privileges. The issue arises from improper memory management, which creates opportunities for exploitation.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing a user or application to gain elevated rights or access.

Remediation

Users can upgrade to macOS Mojave 10.14.4 to address this vulnerability. Instructions for updating can be found on the Apple Support website.

Added: May 15, 2026, 11:01 AM
Updated: May 15, 2026, 11:01 AM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
7.5
exploitability
5.9
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.0
threat
8.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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