CVE-2026-28952: Apple macOS 26.5 Kernel Vuln found by Claude
Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5, addressing several security vulnerabilities. The update includes fixes for issues that could lead to denial-of-service, unexpected system termination, and unauthorized access to private information. Users are encouraged to update their systems to mitigate these risks.
- ▪macOS Tahoe 26.5 was released on May 11, 2026.
- ▪The update addresses vulnerabilities that could allow apps to bypass privacy preferences and cause unexpected system termination.
- ▪Several issues were resolved with improved bounds checking and input validation.
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