Apple macOS Tahoe ZIP Archive Gatekeeper Bypass Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A logic vulnerability in Apple macOS Tahoe was addressed in version 26.5. This issue allows a maliciously crafted ZIP archive to bypass Gatekeeper checks, potentially leading to unauthorized execution of content or applications.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability can bypass Gatekeeper checks, allowing malicious content to be executed without proper security verification.

Remediation

Users can update to macOS Tahoe 26.5 to address this vulnerability.

Added: May 11, 2026, 10:07 PM
Updated: May 11, 2026, 10:07 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
2.5
exploitability
4.2
remediation
7.7
relevance
8.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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