CVE-2026-113947: This issue was addressed with improved access restrictions

Q: How do I fix CVE-2026-113947?

macos: upgrade to 27.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2026-113947 being exploited?

CVE-2026-113947 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2026-113947 affect?

CVE-2026-113947 affects macos. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). This issue was addressed with improved access restrictions. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27.2. Unpacking a maliciously crafted archive may lead to unexpected app termination or arbitrary code execution.

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HIGH 8.8UPGRADE

CVE-2026-113947 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting macos. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

This issue was addressed with improved access restrictions. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27.2. Unpacking a maliciously crafted archive may lead to unexpected app termination or arbitrary code execution.

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	8.8 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	Required
EPSS exploit chance	0.5% (top 56%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-269
Published	2026-10-26
Last modified	2026-10-30

Publisher (CNA): Apple Inc. · Vendor: apple

Last updated 2026-10-30 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2026-10-26 21:18 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-10-30 13:42 UTCUpdated Record last modified

apple macos UPGRADE

Affected: >= 27.0 and < 27.2

Fixed in: 27.2

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 27.0

Check your OS release

cat /etc/os-release; uname -r

Debian / Ubuntu

sudo apt update && sudo apt full-upgrade

RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora

sudo dnf upgrade --refresh

Windows

Install the latest cumulative update from Windows Update

If no patch exists yet

OS downgrades are not safe. Apply the vendor mitigation from the advisory and restrict exposure.

Verify at the official source NVD · CVE Program · Report a problem with this page
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2026-113947?

macos: upgrade to 27.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2026-113947 being exploited?

CVE-2026-113947 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2026-113947 affect?

CVE-2026-113947 affects macos. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). This issue was addressed with improved access restrictions. This issue is fixed in macOS Golden Gate 27.2. Unpacking a maliciously crafted archive may lead to unexpected app termination or arbitrary code execution.

How urgent is CVE-2026-113947?

Priority 42/100. High severity

Software pages

macOS vulnerabilities

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References

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