CVE-2026-28863
Modified Modified - Updated After Analysis
Permissions Issue in iOS and Apple OS Allows User Fingerprinting

Publication date: 2026-03-25

Last updated on: 2026-05-10

Assigner: Apple Inc.

Description
A permissions issue was addressed with additional restrictions. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, visionOS 26.4, watchOS 26.4. An app may be able to fingerprint the user.
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Published
2026-03-25
Last Modified
2026-05-10
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-03-25
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-28863
EUVD
EUVD-2026-15139
Affected Vendors & Products
Showing 5 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
apple ipados to 26.4 (exc)
apple iphone_os to 26.4 (exc)
apple tvos to 26.4 (exc)
apple visionos to 26.4 (exc)
apple watchos to 26.4 (exc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-284 The product does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a permissions issue that was addressed by adding additional restrictions. It allowed an app to potentially fingerprint the user, which means the app could gather unique information to identify or track the user without their consent.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability could impact you by allowing an app to fingerprint you, potentially compromising your privacy. This means your device or user identity could be tracked or identified by apps without your explicit permission.

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Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, update your Apple devices to iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, visionOS 26.4, or watchOS 26.4 as applicable.

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