CVE-2022-42844
HIGHCVSS 8.6/10EPSS 0.37%
Last modified
CVE-2022-42844 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.6/10 on the CVSS scale. The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2. An app may be able to break out of its sandbox.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 16.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 16.2 |
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2022/Dec/20Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213530Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2022/Dec/20Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213530Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-42844?
The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2. An app may be able to break out of its sandbox.
How severe is CVE-2022-42844?
CVE-2022-42844 has a CVSS score of 8.6/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-42844?
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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