CVE-2022-26760

A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved state management

published February 27, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
52.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky memory corruption issue could let malicious apps elevate their privileges! 🦸‍♀️ Think of this flaw as a locksmith who accidentally leaves the back door ajar while working on security systems. An ill-intentioned app could slip in and gain access to parts of the system it shouldn’t. If exploited, a malicious application could elevate its privileges, allowing it to access sensitive user information or control device functions. Imagine an uninvited guest throwing a surprise party in your secure home - it could lead to chaos and loss of control!

Put simply

Think of this flaw as a locksmith who accidentally leaves the back door ajar while working on security systems. An ill-intentioned app could slip in and gain access to parts of the system it shouldn’t. This vulnerability arises from improper state management in memory, allowing a malicious application to potentially execute malicious code with higher privileges than intended.

What to do

If exploited, a malicious application could elevate its privileges, allowing it to access sensitive user information or control device functions. Imagine an uninvited guest throwing a surprise party in your secure home - it could lead to chaos and loss of control! To protect your device, update to iOS 15.5 or iPadOS 15.5 as soon as possible. Regularly check for system updates to ensure you have the latest security patches installed. Stay vigilant against suspicious apps! You've got this! By updating your device, you'll be fortifying your defenses in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00697 · 52.5th percentile
Published
2023-02-27T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 FEB 00:00Z
    A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved state management
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