CVE-2026-86894 Security feature bypass in macOS
An app can break out of its sandbox due to a logic issue, allowing potential privilege escalation or code execution on macOS.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2026-86894?
CVE-2026-86894 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Macos, published on 14 Sep 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27. An app may be able to break out of its sandbox.
Weakness: CWE-693
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-86894?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Apple Macos.
How do I fix CVE-2026-86894?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-86894 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2026-86894 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-86894 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Apple Macos
Sources
Also known as GHSA-778w-9prq-qgp8.