CVE-2022-32889
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.26%
Last modified
CVE-2022-32889 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 16, watchOS 9. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 16, watchOS 9. 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
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 16.0 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 9.0 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213446Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213486Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213446Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213486Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-32889?
The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 16, watchOS 9. An app may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
How severe is CVE-2022-32889?
CVE-2022-32889 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-2022-32889?
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.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
- Autonomous PentestingAI agents that find and validate exploitable vulnerabilities like this one across your applications.
- PR ReviewsPentest every pull request so vulnerable code is caught before it ships to production.
- AI Penetration TestingHow AI-driven penetration testing continuously covers your attack surface.
Related CVEs from 2022
- CVE-2022-32883A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This…5.5
- CVE-2022-32884Rejected reason: DO NOT USE THIS CANDIDATE NUMBER. ConsultID…
- CVE-2022-32885A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved valida…8.8
- CVE-2022-32886A buffer overflow issue was addressed with improved memory h…8.8
- CVE-2022-32887The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This …7.8
- CVE-2022-32888An out-of-bounds write issue was addressed with improved bou…8.8
- CVE-2022-32890A logic issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue…8.6
- CVE-2022-32891The issue was addressed with improved UI handling. This issu…6.1
- CVE-2022-32892An access issue was addressed with improvements to the sandb…8.6
- CVE-2022-32893An out-of-bounds write issue was addressed with improved bou…8.8
- CVE-2022-32894An out-of-bounds write issue was addressed with improved bou…7.8
- CVE-2022-32895A race condition was addressed with improved state handling.…4.7
Are you affected by CVE-2022-32889?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
Scan your code nowSource: NVD / NIST