CVE-2022-32900
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.22%
Last modified
CVE-2022-32900 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.6, macOS Big Sur 11.7. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.6, macOS Big Sur 11.7. An app may be able to gain elevated privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | >= 11.0, < 11.7 |
| Apple | Macos | >= 12.0.0, < 12.6 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213443Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213444Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213443Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213444Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-32900?
A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.6, macOS Big Sur 11.7. An app may be able to gain elevated privileges.
How severe is CVE-2022-32900?
CVE-2022-32900 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-32900?
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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