CVE-2022-22609
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.29%
Last modified
CVE-2022-22609 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The issue was addressed with additional permissions checks. This issue is fixed in tvOS 15.4, iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4, macOS Monterey 12.3, watchOS 8.5. EPSS estimates a 1.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The issue was addressed with additional permissions checks. This issue is fixed in tvOS 15.4, iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4, macOS Monterey 12.3, watchOS 8.5. A malicious application may be able to read other applications' settings.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 15.4 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 15.4 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 12.0, < 12.3 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 15.4 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 8.5 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213182Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213183Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213186Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213193Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213182Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213183Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213186Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213193Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-22609?
The issue was addressed with additional permissions checks. This issue is fixed in tvOS 15.4, iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4, macOS Monterey 12.3, watchOS 8.5. A malicious application may be able to read other applications' settings.
How severe is CVE-2022-22609?
CVE-2022-22609 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-22609?
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-2022-22609?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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