CVE-2022-22585
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.59%
Last modified
CVE-2022-22585 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue existed within the path validation logic for symlinks. This issue was addressed with improved path sanitization. EPSS estimates a 1.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue existed within the path validation logic for symlinks. This issue was addressed with improved path sanitization. This issue is fixed in iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3, watchOS 8.4, tvOS 15.3, macOS Monterey 12.2, macOS Big Sur 11.6.3. An application may be able to access a user's files.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 15.3 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 15.3 |
| Apple | Macos | < 11.6.3 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 12.0.0, < 12.2 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 15.3 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 8.4 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213053Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213054Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213055Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213057Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213059Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213053Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213054Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213055Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213057Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213059Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-22585?
An issue existed within the path validation logic for symlinks. This issue was addressed with improved path sanitization. This issue is fixed in iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3, watchOS 8.4, tvOS 15.3, macOS Monterey 12.2, macOS Big Sur 11.6.3. An application may be able to access a user's files.
How severe is CVE-2022-22585?
CVE-2022-22585 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-22585?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2022-22585?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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