CVE-2026-86970
Low risk· EPSS 14%Exploitation Probability (EPSS)
Low risk14th percentile - higher than 14% of all known CVEs
Summary
An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved input validation. Processing a maliciously crafted font may result in the disclosure of process memory. The issue affects iOS/iPadOS 26.7.2 and 27.2, macOS Golden Gate 27.2, macOS Sequoia 15.8.2, macOS Tahoe 26.7.2, tvOS 27.2, visionOS 27.2, and watchOS 27.2.
Risk Assessment
A malicious font could disclose process memory contents, potentially leaking sensitive information. Risk applies to users processing untrusted font files.
Recommendation
Update systems to the specified versions. Restrict processing of fonts from untrusted sources until patches are applied.
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Original NVD description (English source)
An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.7.2 and iPadOS 26.7.2, iOS 27.2 and iPadOS 27.2, macOS Golden Gate 27.2, macOS Sequoia 15.8.2, macOS Tahoe 26.7.2, tvOS 27.2, visionOS 27.2, watchOS 27.2. Processing a maliciously crafted font may result in the disclosure of process memory.
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