CVE-2022-22632
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.48%
Last modified
CVE-2022-22632 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in tvOS 15.4, iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4, macOS Big Sur 11.6.5, watchOS 8.5, macOS Monterey 12.3. EPSS estimates a 1.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in tvOS 15.4, iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4, macOS Big Sur 11.6.5, watchOS 8.5, macOS Monterey 12.3. A malicious application may be able to elevate privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 15.4 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 15.4 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 11.6, < 11.6.5 |
| 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/HT213184Vendor 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/HT213184Vendor 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-2022-22632?
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in tvOS 15.4, iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4, macOS Big Sur 11.6.5, watchOS 8.5, macOS Monterey 12.3. A malicious application may be able to elevate privileges.
How severe is CVE-2022-22632?
CVE-2022-22632 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-22632?
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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