Apple macOS Vulnerability Discovered by Researcher Claude
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| Source: HN | Original article
Apple macOS 26.5 kernel vulnerability discovered.
As we reported on May 25, Claude Mythos has been making waves with its discovery of over 10,000 vulnerabilities. Now, the AI coding assistant has found a significant kernel vulnerability in Apple's macOS 26.5, designated as CVE-2026-28952. This discovery is particularly noteworthy given Apple's recent release of macOS Tahoe 26.5 on May 11, 2026, which was touted as a major update with a focus on acceleration.
The fact that Claude was able to identify this vulnerability underscores the importance of AI-powered security tools in uncovering potential weaknesses in software. Apple has credited Claude, along with Calif.io and Anthropic Research, for the discovery of CVE-2026-28952, highlighting the collaborative efforts between tech companies and AI researchers in addressing security concerns.
As Apple continues to push the boundaries of innovation, as seen in its WWDC 2025 keynote, the discovery of this vulnerability serves as a reminder of the ongoing need for robust security measures. With Claude's capabilities continuing to expand, including its ability to achieve a 92% cache hit rate, it will be interesting to watch how AI-powered tools like Claude contribute to the ongoing effort to identify and address security vulnerabilities in the tech industry.
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