Apple · Multiple Products
CVE-2026-86950
Apple Multiple Products Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability
What it is
An out-of-bounds write issue was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in iOS 18.7.11 and iPadOS 18.7.11, iOS 26.7.1 and iPadOS 26.7.1, macOS Sequoia 15.8.1, macOS Tahoe 26.7.1. Processing a maliciously crafted file may lead to arbitrary code execution. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals on versions of iOS before iOS 27.
CISA: Apple iOS, macOS, and iPadOS contain an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in CoreGraphics that may lead to arbitrary code execution.
What to do
Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
Deadline for US federal agencies: October 13, 2026
More exploited flaws from Apple
| Added | Vulnerability | Product | Severity | Attack chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2026 | Buffer Overflow | Multiple Products | High 8.8 | 1.7% |
| Mar 20, 2026 | Improper Locking | Multiple Products | High 7.8 | 0.4% |
| Mar 20, 2026 | Classic Buffer Overflow | Multiple Products | Medium 5.5 | 0.4% |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Integer Overflow or Wraparound | Multiple Products | High 8.8 | 7.0% |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Use-After-Free | Multiple Products | High 8.8 | 4.0% |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Multiple Buffer Overflow | Multiple Products | High 7.8 | 1.7% |
| Dec 15, 2025 | Use-After-Free WebKit | Multiple Products | High 8.8 | 26% |
| Oct 20, 2025 | Unspecified | Multiple Products | High 8.8 | 3.2% |
Sources: Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (CISA, public domain), CVE records (cve.org) and EPSS (FIRST). The chance of attacks is the EPSS estimate that someone will try to exploit the flaw in the next 30 days.