Out-of-Bounds Access in Apple Media Frameworks

CVE-2026-20690

What is CVE-2026-20690?

This vulnerability arises from an out-of-bounds access issue that impacts Apple’s media processing frameworks. This flaw permits the execution of maliciously crafted media files, which could lead to unexpected terminations of processes related to audio handling across multiple Apple platforms. It raises significant security concerns for users depending on the affected products, as it may allow attackers to disrupt normal operations or exploit system vulnerabilities.

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