CVE-2022-32862

Description

This issue was addressed with improved data protection. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.7.1, macOS Ventura 13, macOS Monterey 12.6.1. An app with root privileges may be able to access private information.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 1.03% Top 25%
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/HT213488 release notes vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213493 release notes vendor advisory
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213494 release notes vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-32862?
CVE-2022-32862 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-32862?
To fix CVE-2022-32862, 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-2022-32862 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-32862 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2022-32862?
CVE-2022-32862 affects Apple macOS, Apple macOS, Apple macOS.
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