Vulnerability Description
A buffer overflow issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 18.7.7 and iPadOS 18.7.7, iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4, macOS Sequoia 15.7.5, macOS Sonoma 14.8.5, macOS Tahoe 26.4, visionOS 26.4. Parsing a maliciously crafted file may lead to an unexpected app termination.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 18.7.7 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 18.7.7 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 14.0, < 14.8.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/126792
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/126793Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/126794
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/126795Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/126796Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/126799
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-20657?
CVE-2026-20657 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). A buffer overflow issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 18.7.7 and iPadOS 18.7.7, iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4, macOS Sequoia 15.7.5, macOS Sonoma 14.8.5, macOS Tah...
How severe is CVE-2026-20657?
CVE-2026-20657 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-20657?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Ipados, Apple Iphone Os, Apple Macos.