Memory Initialization Issue in Apple macOS Products
CVE-2022-26722

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
Security Update - Catalina
Mac OS
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 May 2022

What is CVE-2022-26722?

A flaw related to memory initialization exists in certain versions of Apple's macOS. This vulnerability could potentially enable a malicious application to obtain root privileges, which may allow for unauthorized control over the affected system. The issue has been addressed in recent security updates, emphasizing the importance of promptly applying updates to safeguard against potential exploitation.

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Affected Version(s)

macOS < 11.6

macOS < 12.4

Security Update - Catalina < 2022

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213255
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https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213256
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https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213257
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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