CVE-2025-43436
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.51%
Last modified
CVE-2025-43436 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1, tvOS 26.1, visionOS 26.1, watchOS 26.1. EPSS estimates a 0.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1, tvOS 26.1, visionOS 26.1, watchOS 26.1. An app may be able to enumerate a user's installed apps.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 26.1 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 26.1 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 26.1 |
| Apple | Visionos | < 26.1 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 26.1 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/125632Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/125637Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/125638Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/125639Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-43436?
A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1, tvOS 26.1, visionOS 26.1, watchOS 26.1. An app may be able to enumerate a user's installed apps.
How severe is CVE-2025-43436?
CVE-2025-43436 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-43436?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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