Vulnerability Description
A path handling issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.6, macOS Sonoma 14.7.7, macOS Ventura 13.7.7. An app may be able to gain root privileges.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | < 13.7.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/124149Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/124150Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/124151Release NotesVendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2025/Jul/32
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2025/Jul/33
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2025/Jul/34
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-43196?
CVE-2025-43196 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A path handling issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.6, macOS Sonoma 14.7.7, macOS Ventura 13.7.7. An app may be able to gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2025-43196?
CVE-2025-43196 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-43196?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Macos.