CVE-2022-26762
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.35%
Last modified
CVE-2022-26762 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.4, iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.4, iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5. A malicious application may be able to execute arbitrary code with system privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 15.5 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 15.5 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 12.0.0, < 12.4 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213257Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213258Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213257Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213258Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-26762?
A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.4, iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5. A malicious application may be able to execute arbitrary code with system privileges.
How severe is CVE-2022-26762?
CVE-2022-26762 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-26762?
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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