Apple iOS and iPadOS Logging Issue Allowing Retention of Deletion-Marked Notifications

Vulnerability

A logging issue in Apple iOS and iPadOS was addressed with improved data redaction. Notifications marked for deletion could be unexpectedly retained on the device. This vulnerability affects iOS 18.7.8, iPadOS 18.7.8, iOS 26.4.2, and iPadOS 26.4.2.

Impact

The vulnerability could lead to notifications marked for deletion being retained on the device, potentially causing confusion or privacy concerns.

Added: Apr 22, 2026, 7:25 PM
Updated: Apr 22, 2026, 7:25 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
0.6
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
6.2
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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