Vulnerability Description
An integer overflow was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6, macOS Sequoia 15.7.8, macOS Sonoma 14.8.8, macOS Tahoe 26.6, watchOS 26.6. A malicious app may be able to break out of its sandbox.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 26.6 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 26.6 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 14.0, < 14.8.8 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 26.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/128066Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/128067Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/128068Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/128071Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/128072Release NotesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-28973?
CVE-2026-28973 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.6 (HIGH). An integer overflow was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6, macOS Sequoia 15.7.8, macOS Sonoma 14.8.8, macOS Tahoe 26.6, watchOS 26.6. A maliciou...
How severe is CVE-2026-28973?
CVE-2026-28973 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-28973?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Ipados, Apple Iphone Os, Apple Macos, Apple Watchos.