Actively Exploited in the Wild

This vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild.

Apple WebKit Use-After-Free Vulnerability Allowing Arbitrary Code Execution

Vulnerability

A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in the WebKit component of Apple iOS, iPadOS, macOS Monterey, and Safari. This vulnerability arises from improper memory management, which can be exploited by processing maliciously crafted web content, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution. Apple has acknowledged reports of active exploitation of this vulnerability.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for arbitrary code execution on the affected system.

Remediation

Users can upgrade to the latest versions of macOS Monterey, iOS, iPadOS, and Safari to address this vulnerability. Specific update instructions are available on the Apple Support website.

Added: May 15, 2026, 10:21 AM
Updated: May 15, 2026, 10:21 AM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
9.0
impact
7.5
exploitability
5.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.0
threat
8.1
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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