Apple iOS and iPadOS Inconsistent User Interface Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A vulnerability exists in iOS and iPadOS versions 18.7.5 and 26.3, allowing an attacker with physical access to a locked device to view sensitive user information. This issue stems from an inconsistent user interface, which has been addressed by improving state management.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive user information on a locked device.

Remediation

Users can update to iOS 26.3 or iPadOS 26.3. For devices running iOS 18.7.5 or iPadOS 18.7.5, the update is also available.

Added: Feb 11, 2026, 11:46 PM
Updated: Feb 11, 2026, 11:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
2.5
exploitability
4.7
remediation
7.7
relevance
2.7
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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