medium · CVSS v3 4.3 · EPSS 0.00152

CVE-2026-86975

An out-of-bounds read in image processing was fixed in Apple OS 27 releases. The vulnerability could cause unexpected process termination wh

Overview

An out-of-bounds read in image processing was fixed in Apple OS 27 releases. The vulnerability could cause unexpected process termination when handling malicious images. It affects all Apple operating systems prior to version 27.

Description

An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, macOS Golden Gate 27, tvOS 27, visionOS 27, watchOS 27. Processing a maliciously crafted image may lead to unexpected process termination.

Impact

The flaw can lead to denial of service by terminating processes that handle images, compromising availability for users and administrators of affected Apple operating systems. Confidentiality and integrity are not directly impacted.

Remediation

Apply the latest OS updates (iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, tvOS 27, visionOS 27, watchOS 27). If updating is not possible, restrict image processing from untrusted sources, use sandboxing, monitor for abnormal process termination, and apply vendor security advisories.

Risk context

The CVE has a medium severity score of 4.3 and a very low EPSS of 0.00152, indicating a low likelihood of exploitation in the wild. Nonetheless, updating mitigates the risk.

Affected products

  • Apple iOS
  • Apple iPadOS
  • Apple macOS
  • Apple tvOS
  • Apple visionOS
  • Apple watchOS

Scores

Severity
medium
CVSS v2
5
CVSS v3
4.3
CVSS v4
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EPSS
0.00152

out-of-bounds image-processing denial-of-service Apple iOS macOS patch

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