CVE-2022-32831

Description

An out-of-bounds read was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in Security Update 2022-005 Catalina, macOS Big Sur 11.6.8, macOS Monterey 12.5. Processing a maliciously crafted AppleScript binary may result in unexpected termination or disclosure of process memory.

Category

7.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Vendor Advisory apple.com Vendor Advisory apple.com Vendor Advisory apple.com
Affected: Apple macOS
Affected: Apple macOS
Affected: Apple macOS
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References

Link Tags
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213345 vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213344 vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213343 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-32831?
CVE-2022-32831 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-32831?
To fix CVE-2022-32831, 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-2022-32831 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-32831 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-32831?
CVE-2022-32831 affects Apple macOS, Apple macOS, Apple macOS.
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