macOS Sequoia 15.7.8

macOS 15.7.8 known issues for MDM admins. Is it safe to deploy?

Superseded

Deploy verdict: Superseded

Replaced by macOS 15.7.9 in the same major line. Target the newer build. This build wasn't reviewed separately.

Release facts

Version15.7.8
Build24G824
Release dateJul 27, 2026
Days since release93
Security fixes (CVEs)148
Actively exploited CVEs fixed0

Apple security notes · All Apple security releases · SOFA

Timing and deferral

  • Superseded by macOS 15.7.9. Target the newer build unless you have a specific reason not to.
  • SOFA expiration date: Nov 4, 2026 (in 7 days). This is the ExpirationDate SOFA reports for this build, taken from Apple's update metadata. Treat it as the date Apple may stop offering this build. It isn't an Apple-announced signing deadline.
  • Deferral windows (calculated from the release date):
    • 30-day deferral ends Aug 26, 2026 (passed)
    • 60-day deferral ends Sep 25, 2026 (passed)
    • 90-day deferral ends Oct 25, 2026 (passed)
  • Shipped 77 days after the previous macOS 15 release.

Jamf Pro + Intune notes

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