CVE-2026-20649

Modified Modified - Updated After Analysis

Improper Data Redaction in Apple OS Logging Exposes Sensitive Data

Publication date: 2026-02-11

Last updated on: 2026-04-02

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description

A logging issue was addressed with improved data redaction. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3, macOS Tahoe 26.3, tvOS 26.3, watchOS 26.3. A user may be able to view sensitive user information.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-02-11

Last Modified

2026-04-02

Generated

2026-07-06

AI Q&A

2026-02-12

EPSS Evaluated

2026-07-04

NVD

CVE-2026-20649

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
apple	ipados	to 26.3 (exc)
apple	iphone_os	to 26.3 (exc)
apple	macos	to 26.3 (exc)
apple	tvos	to 26.3 (exc)
apple	watchos	to 26.3 (exc)

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-377	Creating and using insecure temporary files can leave application and system data vulnerable to attack.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is related to a logging issue where sensitive user information could be exposed due to insufficient data redaction in logs.

The issue has been addressed by improving data redaction mechanisms in various Apple operating systems including watchOS, iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, and macOS Tahoe.

If unpatched, a user may be able to view sensitive information that should have been protected.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can impact you by potentially exposing sensitive user information through logs that were not properly redacted.

If an attacker or unauthorized user gains access to these logs, they may be able to view confidential data that could lead to privacy breaches or further exploitation.

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Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, update your Apple devices to the fixed versions: watchOS 26.3, iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, or macOS Tahoe 26.3.

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