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CVE-2026-112421
Symlink race lets apps alter protected macOS files
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AI analysisSummaries by Vani AI
A race condition in symbolic-link handling on macOS can let an application modify protected parts of the file system. A local app can trigger it; no further authentication or user interaction is described. Apple fixed the issue in macOS Golden Gate 27.2, macOS Sequoia 15.8.2, and macOS Tahoe 26.7.2. Affected version ranges are not listed.
What to do: Update to macOS Golden Gate 27.2, macOS Sequoia 15.8.2, or macOS Tahoe 26.7.2. No workaround is named.
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Apple macOS Golden Gate | — | 27.2 |
| Apple macOS Sequoia | — | 15.8.2 |
| Apple macOS Tahoe | — | 26.7.2 |
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Description · NVD
A race condition was addressed with improved handling of symbolic links. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27.2, macOS Sequoia 15.8.2, macOS Tahoe 26.7.2. An app may be able to modify protected parts of the file system.