Vulnerability Description
This issue was addressed with improved validation of symlinks. This issue is fixed in iPadOS 17.7.9, macOS Sequoia 15.6, macOS Sonoma 14.7.7, macOS Ventura 13.7.7. An app may be able to access protected user data.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 17.7.9 |
| Apple | Macos | < 13.7.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/124148Release NotesVendor Advisory
- 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/31
- 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-2025-43220?
CVE-2025-43220 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). This issue was addressed with improved validation of symlinks. This issue is fixed in iPadOS 17.7.9, macOS Sequoia 15.6, macOS Sonoma 14.7.7, macOS Ventura 13.7.7. An app may be able to access protect...
How severe is CVE-2025-43220?
CVE-2025-43220 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-2025-43220?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Ipados, Apple Macos.