CVE-2022-22587

Known Exploited

Description

A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3, macOS Big Sur 11.6.3, macOS Monterey 12.2. A malicious application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited..

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.69% Top 30%
KEV Since 
Vendor Advisory apple.com Vendor Advisory apple.com Vendor Advisory apple.com
Affected: Apple iOS and iPadOS
Affected: Apple macOS
Affected: Apple macOS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213055 release notes vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213053 release notes vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213054 release notes vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-22587?
CVE-2022-22587 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-22587?
To fix CVE-2022-22587, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-22587 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is confirmed that CVE-2022-22587 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-22587?
CVE-2022-22587 affects Apple iOS and iPadOS, Apple macOS, Apple macOS.
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