CVE-2026-78236 — HIGH (8.8)

Vulnerability Description

An insecure PIN derivation mechanism in ABR allows a low-privileged user to escalate privileges to administrator by communicating over Cross-Process Communication (XPC) while masquerading as an Apple-signed process.

CVSS Score

8.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-287 CWE-284 CWE-327 CWE-285

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-78236?

CVE-2026-78236 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). An insecure PIN derivation mechanism in ABR allows a low-privileged user to escalate privileges to administrator by communicating over Cross-Process Communication (XPC) while masquerading as an Apple-...

How severe is CVE-2026-78236?

CVE-2026-78236 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-78236?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.