CVE-2022-22676
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.68%
Last modified
CVE-2022-22676 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An event handler validation issue in the XPC Services API was addressed by removing the service. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.2. EPSS estimates a 0.68% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An event handler validation issue in the XPC Services API was addressed by removing the service. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.2. An application may be able to delete files for which it does not have permission.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | >= 12.0.0, < 12.2 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213054Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213054Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-22676?
An event handler validation issue in the XPC Services API was addressed by removing the service. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.2. An application may be able to delete files for which it does not have permission.
How severe is CVE-2022-22676?
CVE-2022-22676 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.68% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-22676?
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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