Vulnerability Description
A parsing issue in the handling of directory paths was addressed with improved path 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, tvOS 26.6. A malicious app may be able to break out of its sandbox.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 26.6 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 26.6 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 14.0, < 14.8.8 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 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/128069Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/128071Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/128072Release NotesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-64740?
CVE-2026-64740 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (CRITICAL). A parsing issue in the handling of directory paths was addressed with improved path 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 ...
How severe is CVE-2026-64740?
CVE-2026-64740 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-64740?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Ipados, Apple Iphone Os, Apple Macos, Apple Tvos.