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Apple Backports Fix for Exploited CoreGraphics Flaw to Older iPhones and iPads

Used in attacksCriticalCVSS 8.8The Hacker News · info@thehackernews.com (The Hacker News)·

At a glance

Severity
CriticalCVSS 8.8
Used in attacks
Yes, 1 of 1 flaw named
Flaws named
CVE-2026-86950
Vendors and products
Apple
Reported by
1 outlet

Apple on Monday backported fixes for a high-severity security flaw that was exploited in real-world cyber attacks to older devices. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-86950 (CVSS score: 8.8), is an out-of-bounds write affecting CoreGraphics that could result in arbitrary code execution when processing a maliciously crafted file. Patches for the flaw were released last month by Apple in…

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Vulnerabilities referenced

  • CVE-2026-869508.8High

    Apple Multiple Products

    Apple iOS, macOS, and iPadOS contain an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in CoreGraphics that may lead to arbitrary code execution.

    Used in attacks

    Added to CISA's list 2026-09-29 · Patch or advisory available

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Coverage

One outlet has carried this so far.

  1. The Hacker News ↗Established SourceFirst reported

    2026-10-27 13:59 UTC

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