How severe is CVE-2026-20649?

CVE-2026-20649 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2026-20649 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (13th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-20649?

CVE-2026-20649 primarily affects Apple Ipados. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-20649?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2026-20649 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-20649 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-7375.

When was CVE-2026-20649 published?

CVE-2026-20649 was published on 2026-02-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-20649

CVE-2026-20649 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Ipados with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-377.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (13th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-7375
Weakness: CWE-377
Affected product: Apple Ipados
Published: 2026-02-11
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A logging issue was addressed with improved data redaction. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3, macOS Tahoe 26.3, tvOS 26.3, watchOS 26.3. A user may be able to view sensitive user information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-20649?: A logging issue was addressed with improved data redaction. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3, macOS Tahoe 26.3, tvOS 26.3, watchOS 26.3. A user may be able to view sensitive user information.
How severe is CVE-2026-20649?: CVE-2026-20649 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2026-20649 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (13th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-20649?: CVE-2026-20649 primarily affects Apple Ipados. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-20649?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2026-20649 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-20649 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-7375.
When was CVE-2026-20649 published?: CVE-2026-20649 was published on 2026-02-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (5)

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