CVE-2026-86924
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.15%
Last modified
CVE-2026-86924 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.7 and iPadOS 26.7, iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, macOS Golden Gate 27, macOS Tahoe 26.7. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.7 and iPadOS 26.7, iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, macOS Golden Gate 27, macOS Tahoe 26.7. Connecting a malicious accessory may cause unexpected system termination.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 26.7 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 26.7 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 26.0, < 26.7 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149034Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149035Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149041Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149042Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-86924?
A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.7 and iPadOS 26.7, iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, macOS Golden Gate 27, macOS Tahoe 26.7. Connecting a malicious accessory may cause unexpected system termination.
How severe is CVE-2026-86924?
CVE-2026-86924 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-86924?
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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