Memory Handling Vulnerability in Apple Operating Systems
CVE-2026-20634
5.5MEDIUM
Key Information:
- Vendor
Apple
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 11 February 2026
What is CVE-2026-20634?
A vulnerability in Apple's operating systems arises from improper memory handling during the processing of maliciously crafted images. This flaw could potentially allow an unauthorized entity to access sensitive process memory, leading to data disclosure. The issue has been addressed in several updates, enhancing memory management across multiple Apple's platforms, including watchOS, tvOS, and various versions of macOS and iOS.

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Affected Version(s)
iOS and iPadOS < 26.3
iOS and iPadOS < 18.7
macOS < 26.3
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved