CVE-2022-32862
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.73%
Last modified
CVE-2022-32862 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. This issue was addressed with improved data protection. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.7.1, macOS Ventura 13, macOS Monterey 12.6.1. EPSS estimates a 0.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This issue was addressed with improved data protection. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.7.1, macOS Ventura 13, macOS Monterey 12.6.1. An app with root privileges may be able to access private information.
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 | >= 11.0, < 11.7.1 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 12.0.0, < 12.6.1 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213488Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213493Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213494Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213488Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213493Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213494Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-32862?
This issue was addressed with improved data protection. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.7.1, macOS Ventura 13, macOS Monterey 12.6.1. An app with root privileges may be able to access private information.
How severe is CVE-2022-32862?
CVE-2022-32862 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-32862?
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-2022-32862?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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