CVE-2025-43537
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Path Traversal in iOS Backup Restore Allows System File Modification

Publication date: 2026-02-11

Last updated on: 2026-04-02

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
A path handling issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 18.7.5 and iPadOS 18.7.5, iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2. Restoring a maliciously crafted backup file may lead to modification of protected system files.
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Published
2026-02-11
Last Modified
2026-04-02
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-02-12
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-14
NVD
CVE-2025-43537
Affected Vendors & Products
Showing 2 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
apple ipados to 18.7.5 (exc)
apple iphone_os to 18.7.5 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-22 The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a path handling issue that was addressed by improving validation mechanisms. It occurs when restoring a maliciously crafted backup file, which may lead to the modification of protected system files.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to modify protected system files by restoring a specially crafted backup file. This could compromise the integrity and security of the affected iOS or iPadOS device.

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Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, update your devices to iOS 18.7.5 or iPadOS 18.7.5 where the issue is fixed.

Avoid restoring backups from untrusted or unknown sources, as maliciously crafted backup files may lead to modification of protected system files.

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