CVE-2026-43790

A remote attacker could crash macOS or corrupt kernel memory via a memory handling flaw fixed in recent updates.

This kernel memory corruption vulnerability allows remote attackers to cause system termination or data loss, impacting DIB systems relying on Apple hardware. Organizations must ensure all macOS devices are patched to the latest versions to prevent exploitation. The flaw was not zero-day but was addressed with improved memory handling in recent macOS updates.

Shame score — A critical kernel vulnerability that could cause system crashes or data corruption, though it was not exploited in the wild and was promptly addressed with a patch.