SB2026061716 - Information disclosure in Apple Beats firmware



SB2026061716 - Information disclosure in Apple Beats firmware

Published: June 17, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB2026061716
CSH Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Physical access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

Low 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.


1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2025-20701)

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:P/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear


The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to listen through the microphone of a device.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access control in the Bluetooth component when handling pair requests from an unpaired device that is actively seeking pair requests. An attacker with physical proximity to the system can operate within Bluetooth range to listen through the microphone of a device.

The issue affects devices that are not yet paired and are actively seeking pair requests.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.