CVE-2026-86885
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.14%
Last modified
CVE-2026-86885 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An input validation issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An input validation issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27. An attacker in radio range may be able to cause unexpected system termination.
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-2026-86885?
An input validation issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27. An attacker in radio range may be able to cause unexpected system termination.
How severe is CVE-2026-86885?
CVE-2026-86885 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-86885?
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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