Apple iOS and iPadOS Screenshots Vulnerability Allowing Access to Deleted Notes

Vulnerability

A logic vulnerability in the handling of screenshots was identified, potentially allowing an attacker with physical access to a locked device to recover deleted notes. This issue affects Apple iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3, iOS 18.7.5, and iPadOS 18.7.5.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to a user's deleted notes.

Remediation

Users can update to iOS 26.3 or iPadOS 26.3. For devices running iOS 18.7.5 or iPadOS 18.7.5, an update is also available to address this vulnerability.

Added: Feb 11, 2026, 11:20 PM
Updated: Feb 11, 2026, 11:20 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
0.6
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
2.7
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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