Vulnerability Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in tvOS 15.3, iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3, watchOS 8.4, macOS Monterey 12.2. A malicious application may be able to gain root privileges.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 15.3 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 15.3 |
| Apple | Macos | < 12.2 |
| Apple | Tvos | < 15.3 |
| Apple | Watchos | < 8.4 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213053Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213054Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213057Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213059Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213053Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213054Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213057Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213059Release NotesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-22578?
CVE-2022-22578 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A logic issue was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in tvOS 15.3, iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3, watchOS 8.4, macOS Monterey 12.2. A malicious application may be able to gain root pri...
How severe is CVE-2022-22578?
CVE-2022-22578 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-22578?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Ipados, Apple Iphone Os, Apple Macos, Apple Tvos, Apple Watchos.