Apple iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS Kernel Logging Vulnerability Allowing State Leakage

A vulnerability exists in the kernel logging mechanism, where sensitive kernel state information may be inadvertently exposed. This issue has been addressed with improved data redaction. The vulnerability is present in multiple Apple operating systems, including iOS 18.7.9, iPadOS 18.7.9, iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, macOS Sequoia 15.7.7, macOS Sonoma 14.8.7, tvOS 26.5, and watchOS 26.5.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized disclosure of kernel memory, potentially allowing an app to access sensitive information or state details that could be misused.