CVE-2022-32860
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.26%
Last modified
CVE-2022-32860 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An out-of-bounds write was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 15.6 and iPadOS 15.6, macOS Monterey 12.5, macOS Big Sur 11.6.8. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An out-of-bounds write was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 15.6 and iPadOS 15.6, macOS Monterey 12.5, macOS Big Sur 11.6.8. An app may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel 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 | < 15.6 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 15.6 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 11.0, < 11.6.8 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 12.0.0, < 12.5 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213344Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213345Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213346Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213344Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213345Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213346Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-32860?
An out-of-bounds write was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 15.6 and iPadOS 15.6, macOS Monterey 12.5, macOS Big Sur 11.6.8. An app may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
How severe is CVE-2022-32860?
CVE-2022-32860 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-32860?
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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