CVE-2026-86879
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.37%
Last modified
CVE-2026-86879 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A denial-of-service issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A denial-of-service issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27. A remote attacker may be able to cause a denial-of-service.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 27.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 27.0 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149034Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-86879?
A denial-of-service issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27. A remote attacker may be able to cause a denial-of-service.
How severe is CVE-2026-86879?
CVE-2026-86879 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-86879?
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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