Type Confusion Vulnerability in Apple Operating Systems
CVE-2026-84616

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Key Information:

Vendor

Apple

Vendor
CVE Published:
14 September 2026

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What is CVE-2026-84616?

A type confusion issue in Apple's operating systems may allow an app to unexpectedly terminate system processes due to improper memory handling. This vulnerability affects several versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS, and watchOS. Apple has addressed this issue in recent system updates to enhance security and stabilize affected devices.

Affected Version(s)

iOS and iPadOS 0 < 26.7

iOS and iPadOS 0 < 27

macOS 0 < 15.8

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

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Timeline

  • ๐ŸŸก

    Public PoC available

  • ๐Ÿ‘พ

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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