CVE-2026-43679

Low

Description

This issue was addressed with improved permissions checking. This issue is fixed in watchOS 26.4. An attacker with physical access to a locked Apple Watch may be able to view user contacts.

SeverityLow
CVSS2.4
Exploit probability—
ProductApple Watchos
PublishedAug 21, 2026
First seenAug 21, 2026

How to fix

Update
  • apple watchos26.4 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
apple watchosv < 26.426.4

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