CVE-2022-32818
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.90%
Last modified
CVE-2022-32818 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.5. EPSS estimates a 0.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.5. An app may be able to leak sensitive kernel state.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | >= 12.0, < 12.5 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213345Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213345Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-32818?
The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.5. An app may be able to leak sensitive kernel state.
How severe is CVE-2022-32818?
CVE-2022-32818 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-32818?
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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