CVE-2022-26776

This issue was addressed with improved checks

Critical · published May 26, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
82.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 An unexpected application termination could lead to arbitrary code execution! This vulnerability in macOS is a serious wake-up call for users! Think of it like a restaurant where diners can freely swap recipes without the chef's approval—suddenly, you might end up with a dish nobody ordered! This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate the app's behavior just like changing up a perfectly good menu without anyone knowing. The potential fallout here is absolutely devastating. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to crash applications or even run malicious code on your machine, leading to data breaches or system control. Essentially, this could give them the keys to your digital kingdom!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where diners can freely swap recipes without the chef's approval—suddenly, you might end up with a dish nobody ordered! This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate the app's behavior just like changing up a perfectly good menu without anyone knowing. This vulnerability arises from improper checks that could allow arbitrary code execution, meaning that untrusted code could run with the application's permissions, wreaking havoc on your system.

What to do

The potential fallout here is absolutely devastating. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to crash applications or even run malicious code on your machine, leading to data breaches or system control. Essentially, this could give them the keys to your digital kingdom! To protect yourself, ensure you upgrade to macOS Monterey 12.4 or macOS Big Sur 11.6.6 immediately. Regularly check for updates and apply them promptly to mitigate this risk. It's crucial to stay ahead of vulnerabilities like this one! You've got this! Update your systems, and you'll be back in control in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02211 · 82.5th percentile
Published
2022-05-26T19:30Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 26 MAY 19:30Z
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