# CVE-2026-20658: Security: An app may be able to gain root privileges

CVE-2026-20658 is fixed in Tahoe on 1 platform by Tahoe 26.3 (version 26.3), released February 11, 2026. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-20658
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 7.8 (HIGH)
- EPSS: 0.0015
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Feb 11, 2026
- Vendor advisory: https://support.apple.com/en-us/126348

## Description

A package validation issue was addressed by blocking the vulnerable package.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| macOS | Tahoe | 26.3 | [Tahoe 26.3](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/macos/tahoe-26.3.md) | Feb 11, 2026 |

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