Vulnerability Description
This issue was addressed by removing the vulnerable code. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.6, macOS Sonoma 14.7.7. An app may be able to access protected user data.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | < 14.7.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/124149Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/124150Release NotesVendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2025/Jul/32
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2025/Jul/33
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-43198?
CVE-2025-43198 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). This issue was addressed by removing the vulnerable code. This issue is fixed in macOS Sequoia 15.6, macOS Sonoma 14.7.7. An app may be able to access protected user data.
How severe is CVE-2025-43198?
CVE-2025-43198 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-43198?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Macos.