Apple iOS and iPadOS Lock Screen Photo Access Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A vulnerability exists in iOS and iPadOS that allows a person with physical access to the device to view photos from the lock screen. This issue affects iOS devices through version 18.4 and iPadOS devices through version 18.4. The vulnerability arises from a state management flaw that has been addressed in the latest update.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to photos in the Hidden Photos Album from the lock screen.

Remediation

Users can update to iOS 18.4 or iPadOS 18.4 to address this vulnerability.

Added: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM
Updated: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
0.0
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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