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CVE-2022-22593: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Jan 26 2022(Updated: )

A buffer overflow issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3, watchOS 8.4, tvOS 15.3, Security Update 2022-001 Catalina, macOS Monterey 12.2, macOS Big Sur 11.6.3. A malicious application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.

Credit: Peter Nguyễn Vũ Hoàng STAR LabsPeter Nguyễn Vũ Hoàng STAR LabsPeter Nguyễn Vũ Hoàng STAR LabsPeter Nguyễn Vũ Hoàng STAR LabsPeter Nguyễn Vũ Hoàng STAR LabsPeter Nguyễn Vũ Hoàng STAR Labs product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple watchOS<8.4
8.4
Apple tvOS<15.3
15.3
Apple Catalina
Apple macOS Big Sur<11.6.3
11.6.3
Apple macOS Monterey<12.2
12.2
Apple iOS<15.3
15.3
Apple iPadOS<15.3
15.3
Apple iPadOS<15.3
Apple iPhone OS<15.3
Apple Mac OS X<10.15.7
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2020
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2020-001
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2020-005
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2020-007
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2021-001
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2021-002
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2021-003
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2021-006
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2021-007
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2021-008
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2022-001
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-security_update_2022-002
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-supplemental_update
Apple macOS>=11.0<11.6.3
Apple macOS>=12.0.0<12.2
Apple tvOS<15.3
Apple watchOS<8.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2022-22593?

    CVE-2022-22593 is a vulnerability in the Kernel that allows for a buffer overflow issue.

  • How does CVE-2022-22593 impact Apple devices?

    CVE-2022-22593 impacts multiple Apple devices running various versions of macOS, iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and tvOS.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-22593?

    The severity of CVE-2022-22593 is not specified in the provided information.

  • How can I fix CVE-2022-22593?

    To fix CVE-2022-22593, update your Apple device's operating system to the specified remedial versions.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-22593?

    You can find more information about CVE-2022-22593 on the official Apple support page, which is linked in the provided references.

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