CVE-2025-43338

7.1 HIGH
Published: November 04, 2025 Modified: December 17, 2025

Description

An out-of-bounds access issue was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26, macOS Sonoma 14.8.2. Processing a maliciously crafted media file may lead to unexpected app termination or corrupt process memory.

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CVSS v3.x Details

0.0 Low Medium High Critical 10.0
Vector String
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H

References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Patch Vendor Advisory Exploit Third Party Advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/125110
Source: product-security@apple.com
https://support.apple.com/en-us/125636
Source: product-security@apple.com
Release Notes Vendor Advisory

2 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score
7.1 / 10.0
EPSS (Exploit Probability)
0.0%
6th percentile
Exploitation Status
Not in CISA KEV

Weaknesses (CWE)

Affected Vendors

apple