CVE-2026-86979: Apple macOS Golden Gate vulnerability

Published Oct 20, 2026
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Updated

A privacy issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27. An app may be able to access sensitive user data.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apple macOS Golden Gate<27

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade macOS to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27

Event History

Oct 20, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:50 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:50 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:17 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Who could exploit this issue?

An app may be able to access sensitive user data. The provided information does not state whether user interaction, elevated privileges, or a particular app permission is required.

2

Which systems are known to contain the fix?

The issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27. No other affected or fixed versions are identified in the provided information.

3

What can be done if updating is not immediately possible?

The provided information does not list mitigations or workarounds. Limiting installation and execution of untrusted apps may reduce exposure, but no vendor-supported temporary mitigation is provided.

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