CVE-2022-32799
MEDIUMCVSS 5.9/10EPSS 1.29%
Last modified
CVE-2022-32799 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.9/10 on the CVSS scale. An out-of-bounds read issue was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in Security Update 2022-005 Catalina, macOS Monterey 12.5. EPSS estimates a 1.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An out-of-bounds read issue was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in Security Update 2022-005 Catalina, macOS Monterey 12.5. A user in a privileged network position may be able to leak sensitive information.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.15.7 | Security Update 2020-001 |
| Apple | Macos | < 10.15.7 | — |
| Apple | Macos | >= 12.0, < 12.5 | — |
| Apple | Macos | 10.15.7 | — |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213343Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213345Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213343Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213345Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-32799?
An out-of-bounds read issue was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in Security Update 2022-005 Catalina, macOS Monterey 12.5. A user in a privileged network position may be able to leak sensitive information.
How severe is CVE-2022-32799?
CVE-2022-32799 has a CVSS score of 5.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-32799?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2022-32799?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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