The issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4. An attacker with physical access to an iOS device with Stolen Device Protection enabled may be able to access biometrics-gated Protected Apps with the passcode.
Attack Parameters
Attack Vector
Physical
Requires physical access
Attack Complexity
Low
Easy to exploit
Privileges Required
None
No privileges needed
User Interaction
None
No user interaction needed
Impact Assessment
Confidentiality
High
Complete data leak
Integrity
None
No data modification
Availability
None
No disruption
CVSS Vector v3.1
Weakness Type (CWE)
Vulnerable Products 2
| Configuration | From (including) | Up to (excluding) |
|---|---|---|
|
Apple Ipados
cpe:2.3:o:apple:ipados:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
|
— |
26.4
|
|
Apple Iphone_Os
cpe:2.3:o:apple:iphone_os:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
|
— |
26.4
|