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CVE-2026-28957 is a logic flaw in the Status Bar component of Apple operating systems involving app access to camera metadata. The issue stems from insufficient logic governing how an application can interact with camera-related metadata, which can result in unauthorized screen capture behavior. Apple states that the vulnerability was addressed through improved logic. The flaw affects supported releases prior to iOS 18.7.9, iPadOS 18.7.9, iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, and visionOS 26.5.
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A privacy vulnerability in Status Bar that may allow an app to capture a user's screen.
A logic/privacy issue involving camera metadata that could allow an app to capture a user's screen.
A logic issue in Apple Vision Pro involving app access to camera metadata that may allow an app to capture a user's screen.
A logic issue that may allow an app to elevate privileges.
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Cross-references every affected SKU, including bundled OEM variants.
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