Apple iOS and iPadOS Stolen Device Protection Disablement Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A vulnerability exists in iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1, allowing an attacker with physical access to a device to disable Stolen Device Protection. This issue was addressed by adding additional logic to the operating systems.

Impact

Disabling Stolen Device Protection, which could potentially allow a stolen device to be used without restrictions.

Added: Nov 4, 2025, 2:58 AM
Updated: Nov 4, 2025, 2:58 AM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
2.5
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.9
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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