CVE-2022-26725
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.74%
Last modified
CVE-2022-26725 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.4. EPSS estimates a 0.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.4. Photo location information may persist after it is removed with Preview Inspector.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | >= 12.0, < 12.4 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213257Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213257Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-26725?
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.4. Photo location information may persist after it is removed with Preview Inspector.
How severe is CVE-2022-26725?
CVE-2022-26725 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-26725?
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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