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Symlink Handling Issue in Apple Operating Systems
CVE-2026-20694
Summary
An update has fixed a security issue in Apple's operating systems that allowed an app to access user-sensitive data. This affects iOS, iPadOS, and several versions of macOS. Users should ensure their operating system is up to date to prevent potential data breaches.
Original title
This issue was addressed with improved handling of symlinks. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3, macOS Sequoia 15.7.4, macOS Sequoia 15.7.5, macOS Sonoma 14.8.4, macOS Sonoma 14.8.5, m...
Original description
This issue was addressed with improved handling of symlinks. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3, macOS Sequoia 15.7.4, macOS Sequoia 15.7.5, macOS Sonoma 14.8.4, macOS Sonoma 14.8.5, macOS Tahoe 26.3, macOS Tahoe 26.4. An app may be able to access user-sensitive data.
Published: 25 Mar 2026 · Updated: 25 Mar 2026 · First seen: 25 Mar 2026