Apple macOS Sequoia Symlink Validation Vulnerability Allowing Privacy Preference Bypass

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in macOS Sequoia 15.7 allows apps to potentially bypass Privacy preferences, due to inadequate validation of symlinks. This issue could enable unauthorized access to sensitive user data or private information.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive user data or a bypass of Privacy preferences, allowing apps to manipulate or access information that should be protected.

Added: Nov 4, 2025, 3:32 AM
Updated: Nov 4, 2025, 3:32 AM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
0.6
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.9
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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