CVE-2026-28988
Permissions Issue in Apple iOS and macOS Versions
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 | ipados | 26.5 |
| apple | macos_tahoe | 26.5 |
| apple | visionos | 26.5 |
| apple | watchos | 26.5 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-UNKNOWN |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a permissions issue that was addressed by adding additional restrictions. It allows an app to potentially bypass certain Privacy preferences on affected Apple operating systems.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The impact of this vulnerability is that an app may be able to bypass privacy settings that are intended to protect user data and preferences. This could lead to unauthorized access or use of private information.
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, visionOS 26.5, or watchOS 26.5.