CVE-2026-28914: Software Security Vulnerability Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-xwxw-c548-rmpj
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CVSS 5.5
CWE-358
Published
Advisory Summary

CVE-2026-28914 is a MODERATE (CVSS 5.5) security vulnerability vulnerability (CWE-358: Improperly Implemented Security Check for Standard) affecting Software libraries in the Maven ecosystem. The weakness occurs when the product does not implement or incorrectly implements one or more security-relevant checks as specified by the design of a standardized algorithm, protocol, or technique.. Remediation is available in the latest vendor maintenance releases.

CVE-2026-28914 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2026-28914
GHSA Identifier GHSA-xwxw-c548-rmpj
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score 5.5
CWE Classification CWE-358: Improperly Implemented Security Check for Standard
Affected Product Software
Package Ecosystem Maven
Published Date
Last Updated

Security Impact

CVSS: 5.5

The security impact metrics below are parsed directly from the CVSS v3.1 vector string (CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N).

Attack Vector Local (AV:L)
Attack Complexity Low (AC:L)
Privileges Required None (PR:N)
User Interaction Required (UI:R)
Scope Unchanged (S:U)
Confidentiality None (C:N)
Integrity High (I:H)
Availability None (A:N)

How to Fix CVE-2026-28914

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Software dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

mvn dependency:tree

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Java application is affected by CVE-2026-28914, inspect your build dependencies using the Maven Dependency Plugin:

mvn dependency:tree

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Software in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than the patched release), your application is affected.

Note: The mvn dependency:tree command inspects the resolved dependency graph declared in your project's POM files; it does not perform automated security scanning or inspect runtime dynamic classpaths. Always verify runtime container classpaths and shaded JARs.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-358: Improperly Implemented Security Check for Standard, where the product does not implement or incorrectly implements one or more security-relevant checks as specified by the design of a standardized algorithm, protocol, or technique. In Software, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

A logic issue was addressed with improved file handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Tahoe 26.5. A maliciously crafted ZIP archive may bypass Gatekeeper checks.

References

NVD — CVE-2026-28914 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-28914
support.apple.com/en-us/127115 WEB
https://support.apple.com/en-us/127115
support.apple.com/en-us/128071 WEB
https://support.apple.com/en-us/128071
support.apple.com/en-us/128072 WEB
https://support.apple.com/en-us/128072

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-28914?
CVE-2026-28914 is a security vulnerability in Software classified as a security vulnerability vulnerability under CWE-358: Improperly Implemented Security Check for Standard.
Which Software versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to current release patches.
What version fixes CVE-2026-28914?
Upgrading to current release patches (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-28914?
CVE-2026-28914 has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.5 (MODERATE) with vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2026-28914?
CVE-2026-28914 is classified under CWE-358: Improperly Implemented Security Check for Standard (The product does not implement or incorrectly implements one or more security-relevant checks as specified by the design of a standardized algorithm, protocol, or technique.).
How can I check Maven dependencies for CVE-2026-28914?
Run the dependency tree command: 'mvn dependency:tree'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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