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CWE
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CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2022-26698

First published: Mon May 16 2022(Updated: )

An out-of-bounds read issue was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in Security Update 2022-004 Catalina, macOS Monterey 12.4, macOS Big Sur 11.6.6. Processing a maliciously crafted AppleScript binary may result in unexpected application termination or disclosure of process memory.

Credit: Qi Sun Trend MicroQi Sun Trend MicroYe Zhang @co0py_Cat Baidu SecurityQi Sun Trend MicroYe Zhang @co0py_Cat Baidu Security product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple Catalina
Apple macOS Big Sur<11.6.6
11.6.6
<12.4
12.4
Apple Mac OS X>=10.15<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-security_update_2022-003
Apple Mac OS X=10.15.7-supplemental_update
Apple macOS>=11.0<11.6.6
Apple macOS>=12.0.0<12.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2022-26698?

    CVE-2022-26698 refers to an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in AppleScript that has been addressed with improved bounds checking.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-26698?

    CVE-2022-26698 affects Apple's Catalina, macOS Big Sur (up to version 11.6.6), and macOS Monterey (up to version 12.4).

  • How can I fix CVE-2022-26698?

    To fix CVE-2022-26698, you should ensure that you are running the latest version of the affected Apple software, such as macOS Big Sur 11.6.6 or macOS Monterey 12.4.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-26698?

    You can find more information about CVE-2022-26698 on the official Apple support page: <a href='https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213257'>https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213257</a>.

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