Vulnerability Description
A permissions issue was addressed with improved path validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, macOS Golden Gate 27, macOS Sequoia 15.8, macOS Tahoe 26.7, tvOS 27, visionOS 27, watchOS 27. An app may be able to modify protected system files.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 27.0 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 27.0 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 15.0, < 15.8 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 27.0 |
| Apple | Visionos | < 27.0 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 27.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149034Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149035Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149036Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149037Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149038Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149042Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/149043Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-84609?
CVE-2026-84609 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). A permissions issue was addressed with improved path validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, macOS Golden Gate 27, macOS Sequoia 15.8, macOS Tahoe 26.7, tvOS 27, visionOS 27, watchOS ...
How severe is CVE-2026-84609?
CVE-2026-84609 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-84609?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Ipados, Apple Iphone Os, Apple Macos, Apple Tvos, Apple Visionos.