CVE-2022-22596
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.33%
Last modified
CVE-2022-22596 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in watchOS 8.5, iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in watchOS 8.5, iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4. An application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 15.4 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 15.4 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 8.5 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213182Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213193Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213182Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213193Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-22596?
A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in watchOS 8.5, iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4. An application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
How severe is CVE-2022-22596?
CVE-2022-22596 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-22596?
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.
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