Apple macOS Sequoia
Moderate fix3 remedies
cpe:2.3:o:apple:macos:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Moderate fix3 remedies
- < 15.7.5
- < 14.8.5
- < 26.4
Apple SMB Use-After-Free Vulnerability Leading to System Termination
Vulnerability
Patched
A use-after-free vulnerability in the SMB (Server Message Block) implementation of macOS Sequoia 15.7.5, macOS Sonoma 14.8.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.4 has been identified. This vulnerability arises from improper memory management, which can be exploited by mounting a maliciously crafted SMB network share, potentially leading to unexpected system termination.
Impact
Exploitation of this vulnerability can cause the system to terminate unexpectedly, disrupting user activities and potentially leading to data loss.
Remediation
Users can update to macOS Sequoia 15.7.5, macOS Sonoma 14.8.5, or macOS Tahoe 26.4 to address this vulnerability.
Added: Mar 25, 2026, 2:09 AM
Updated: Mar 25, 2026, 2:09 AM
Vulnerability Rating
Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4impact
2.5exploitability
4.7remediation
7.7relevance
4.7threat
0.0urgency
2.9incentive
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