CVE-2026-65350
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Use-After-Free in Apple iOS and iPadOS

Publication date: 2026-10-26

Last updated on: 2026-10-26

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
A use-after-free issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.7.2 and iPadOS 26.7.2, iOS 27.2 and iPadOS 27.2, macOS Golden Gate 27.2, macOS Sequoia 15.8.2, macOS Tahoe 26.7.2, tvOS 27.2, visionOS 27.2, watchOS 27.2. An app may be able to cause unexpected system termination or corrupt kernel memory.

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Published
2026-10-26
Last Modified
2026-10-26
Generated
2026-10-27
AI Q&A
2026-10-26
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-65350
EUVD
EUVD-2026-110408

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This is a use-after-free vulnerability caused by improper memory management. An app could exploit this to cause unexpected system crashes or corrupt kernel memory, potentially leading to serious security issues.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability is specific to Apple operating systems and requires patching rather than direct detection via commands. Check your device's software version against the fixed releases (iOS 26.7.2, iPadOS 26.7.2, macOS Golden Gate 27.2, etc.). Use system update commands like 'softwareupdate -l' on macOS or 'Settings > General > Software Update' on iOS/iPadOS to verify.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could potentially exploit this to crash your device or compromise its security, leading to data loss or unauthorized access. It may also allow malicious apps to gain elevated privileges.

Mitigation Strategies

Update affected Apple devices to the latest patched versions immediately: iOS 26.7.2 or 27.2, iPadOS 26.7.2 or 27.2, macOS Golden Gate 27.2, macOS Sequoia 15.8.2, macOS Tahoe 26.7.2, tvOS 27.2, visionOS 27.2, or watchOS 27.2. Enable automatic updates if possible to prevent future vulnerabilities.

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