CVE-2026-84531
MEDIUMCVSS 6.2/10EPSS 0.16%
Last modified
CVE-2026-84531 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.2/10 on the CVSS scale. An out-of-bounds write issue was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, macOS Golden Gate 27. EPSS estimates a 0.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An out-of-bounds write issue was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, macOS Golden Gate 27. Processing maliciously crafted NTLM input may lead to unexpected app termination.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 27.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 27.0 |
| Apple | Macos | < 27.0 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149034Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149035Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-84531?
An out-of-bounds write issue was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, macOS Golden Gate 27. Processing maliciously crafted NTLM input may lead to unexpected app termination.
How severe is CVE-2026-84531?
CVE-2026-84531 has a CVSS score of 6.2/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-84531?
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.
How Strix Helps
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