CVE-2026-86878
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.17%
Last modified
CVE-2026-86878 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27. EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27. An app may be able to access sensitive user data.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 27.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 27.0 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149034Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-86878?
A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27. An app may be able to access sensitive user data.
How severe is CVE-2026-86878?
CVE-2026-86878 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-86878?
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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