CVE-2022-26730

Name: CVE-2022-26730
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-11-01T20:15:17.6+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.90%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-26730 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A memory corruption issue existed in the processing of ICC profiles. This issue was addressed with improved input validation. EPSS estimates a 0.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A memory corruption issue existed in the processing of ICC profiles. This issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13. Processing a maliciously crafted image may lead to arbitrary code execution.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.90%

55.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Macos	< 13.0

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213488Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213488Release Notes, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 1, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-26730?

How severe is CVE-2022-26730?

CVE-2022-26730 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-26730?

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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Source: NVD / NIST