Unexpected App Termination in Apple iOS and macOS due to Malicious File Processing
CVE-2026-28936

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
iOS And iPad OS
Mac OS
Visionos
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 May 2026

What is CVE-2026-28936?

A vulnerability exists in Apple's iOS and macOS that allows processing of a maliciously crafted file, potentially leading to unexpected app termination. This issue has been resolved in recent updates, including iOS 18.7.9, iPadOS 18.7.9, macOS Sonoma 14.8.7, and others. Users should ensure they are on the latest version to protect against this risk.

Affected Version(s)

iOS and iPadOS 0 < 18.7.9

iOS and iPadOS 0 < 26.5

macOS 0 < 14.8.7

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/127110
https://support.apple.com/en-us/127111
https://support.apple.com/en-us/127115

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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