An authentication issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in watchOS 26.1. An attacker with physical access to a locked Apple Watch may be able to view Live Voicemail.
The following code is for security research and authorized testing only.
python
# CVE-2025-43459 PoC - Apple Watch Live Voicemail Bypass
# Description: Physical access to locked Apple Watch allows viewing Live Voicemail
# CVSS: 4.6 (MEDIUM) - CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
"""
This PoC describes the attack steps for CVE-2025-43459.
Note: This vulnerability requires physical access to the target device.
Attack Steps:
1. Obtain physical access to a locked Apple Watch
2. Navigate to the Watch face or home screen
3. Access the Phone/Voicemail application
4. Look for Live Voicemail indicator or notification
5. Tap/interact with the Live Voicemail to view its content
6. The voicemail content is displayed despite device being locked
Mitigation:
- Update to watchOS 26.1 or later
- Enable Find My feature for lost device protection
- Avoid leaving Apple Watch unattended in public places
"""
# Example verification steps (requires physical device)
def verify_vulnerability(watch_version):
"""Check if device is vulnerable"""
vulnerable_versions = ['26.0', '25.x', '24.x'] # versions before 26.1
return any(watch_version.startswith(v) for v in vulnerable_versions)
# Defense recommendation
def get_recommendation():
return "Upgrade to watchOS 26.1 or later to patch CVE-2025-43459"