Vulnerability Description
The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2, iOS 15.7.2 and iPadOS 15.7.2. Parsing a maliciously crafted video file may lead to unexpected system termination.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Ipados | < 15.7.2 |
| Apple | Iphone Os | < 15.7.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2022/Dec/20Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2022/Dec/21Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213530Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213531Release NotesVendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2022/Dec/20Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2022/Dec/21Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213530Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213531Release NotesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-42846?
CVE-2022-42846 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2, iOS 15.7.2 and iPadOS 15.7.2. Parsing a maliciously crafted video file may lead to unexpected sy...
How severe is CVE-2022-42846?
CVE-2022-42846 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-42846?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Ipados, Apple Iphone Os.