CVE-2026-28985
Null Pointer Dereference in Apple iOS and macOS
Publication date: 2026-05-11
Last updated on: 2026-05-11
Assigner: Apple Inc.
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| apple | ios | 26.5 |
| apple | ipad_os | 26.5 |
| apple | macos_tahoe | 26.5 |
| apple | tv_os | 26.5 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-UNKNOWN |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a null pointer dereference issue that was addressed by improving input validation in certain Apple operating systems.
A null pointer dereference occurs when a program attempts to use a pointer that has a null value, which can lead to unexpected behavior or crashes.
In this case, an attacker on the local network could exploit this vulnerability to cause a denial-of-service condition.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing an attacker on the local network to cause a denial-of-service (DoS) on affected devices.
A denial-of-service means that the device or service may become unavailable or crash, disrupting normal operations.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, update your Apple devices to the fixed versions: iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, macOS Tahoe 26.5, or tvOS 26.5.