CVE-2025-43455 in visionOS
Summary
by MITRE • 11/04/2025
A privacy issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1, watchOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1, visionOS 26.1. A malicious app may be able to take a screenshot of sensitive information in embedded views.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/18/2025
This vulnerability represents a significant privacy concern in Apple's ecosystem where malicious applications could potentially capture screenshots of sensitive information displayed within embedded views. The issue stems from inadequate access controls and validation mechanisms that fail to properly restrict screenshot capabilities for content rendered within application interfaces. The flaw specifically affects embedded views where sensitive data might be displayed, creating a vector for unauthorized information capture that could compromise user privacy and data confidentiality. The vulnerability impacts multiple Apple operating systems including iOS iPadOS watchOS macOS Tahoe and visionOS all versions 26.1 and later.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability involves insufficient sandboxing controls and view rendering restrictions that allow malicious applications to bypass normal security boundaries. When applications display sensitive information within embedded views such as web content containers or custom UI components, the system fails to properly enforce screenshot restrictions that should prevent unauthorized capture of this information. This weakness creates a privilege escalation scenario where an application with minimal permissions could potentially access and capture sensitive data that should remain protected. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-200 which addresses information exposure and CWE-284 which covers improper access control mechanisms. From an operational perspective this flaw represents a serious threat to user privacy as it enables passive information harvesting through automated screenshot capture capabilities.
The impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data exposure to encompass potential identity theft, financial fraud, and corporate espionage scenarios. Attackers could exploit this weakness to capture login credentials, personal identification information, financial data, or proprietary business information displayed within embedded application views. The malicious app would not need elevated privileges to exploit this vulnerability, making it particularly dangerous as it could be deployed through legitimate app stores or malicious distribution channels. The fix implemented in iOS 26.1 iPadOS 26.1 watchOS 26.1 macOS Tahoe 26.1 and visionOS 26.1 addresses the root cause by strengthening view rendering controls and implementing more robust access validation for screenshot functionality. This remediation aligns with ATT&CK technique T1112 which covers screen capture capabilities and addresses the broader category of credential access and information gathering activities.
Organizations should implement immediate patch management protocols to ensure all affected Apple devices receive the security updates. Security teams should conduct vulnerability assessments to identify applications that might be vulnerable to this exploitation vector and monitor for suspicious screenshot behavior in endpoint environments. The mitigation strategy involves not only applying the official security patches but also implementing additional monitoring controls to detect unauthorized screenshot activities. Users should be educated about the risks of installing untrusted applications and the potential for embedded view data exposure. System administrators should review application permissions and implement stricter security policies for applications that handle sensitive data. The vulnerability highlights the importance of comprehensive security testing for embedded content rendering and the need for robust privacy controls in modern application frameworks. Regular security audits should include assessment of view rendering controls and screenshot restriction mechanisms to prevent similar vulnerabilities from emerging in future software releases.