CVE-2025-43534
MEDIUMCVSS 6.8/10EPSS 0.21%
Last modified
CVE-2025-43534 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A path handling issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 18.7.7 and iPadOS 18.7.7, iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A path handling issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 18.7.7 and iPadOS 18.7.7, iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2. A user with physical access to an iOS device may be able to bypass Activation Lock.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 18.7.7 |
| Apple | Ipados | >= 26.0, < 26.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 18.7.7 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | >= 26.0, < 26.2 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/125884Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/126793Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-43534?
A path handling issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 18.7.7 and iPadOS 18.7.7, iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2. A user with physical access to an iOS device may be able to bypass Activation Lock.
How severe is CVE-2025-43534?
CVE-2025-43534 has a CVSS score of 6.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-43534?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2025-43534?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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