CVE-2026-86917
CVSS v3
7.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
0.2 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-09-28
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27, macOS Sequoia 15.8, macOS Tahoe 26.7. An app may be able to gain root privileges.
Technical details
- Published
- 2026-09-14
- Last Modified
- 2026-09-15
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2026-86917?
A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27, macOS Sequoia 15.8, macOS Tahoe 26.7. An app may be able to gain root privileges.
Is CVE-2026-86917 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2026-86917 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 0.2% on 2026-09-28, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2026-86917?
CVE-2026-86917 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.8 (HIGH severity).
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