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Apple LaunchServices Type Confusion Vulnerability Leading to Denial-of-Service

Vulnerability

A type confusion vulnerability has been identified in the LaunchServices component of various Apple operating systems, including iOS 18.7.9, iPadOS 18.7.9, macOS Tahoe 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and watchOS 26.5. This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition on the affected device.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to a denial-of-service condition, causing the device to become unresponsive or unavailable for use.

Added: May 11, 2026, 9:42 PM
Updated: May 11, 2026, 9:42 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
8.4
impact
2.5
exploitability
4.7
remediation
7.7
relevance
8.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

Our algorithm analyzes dozens of metrics to generate these 8 key vulnerability categories, which are then combined to calculate the overall risk score.