Apple LaunchServices Vulnerability Allowing Unauthorized Modification of Apps

Vulnerability

A logic vulnerability has been identified in the LaunchServices component of multiple Apple operating systems, including iOS 18, iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, tvOS 18, and macOS Sequoia 15. This vulnerability allows a malicious app to modify other apps without requiring App Management permission. The issue arises from insufficient checks in the application's logic, which could be exploited to manipulate app data or functionality.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized changes in app behavior or data, potentially allowing for malicious modifications of app content or functionality.

Remediation

Users can update to iOS 18, iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, tvOS 18, or macOS Sequoia 15 to address this vulnerability.

Added: Sep 1, 2025, 7:22 PM
Updated: Sep 1, 2025, 7:22 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
0.0
impact
0.6
exploitability
4.7
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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