CVE-2022-42808

An out-of-bounds write issue was addressed with improved bounds checking

Critical · published November 1, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An out-of-bounds write issue could allow remote code execution in your device's kernel! That's like leaving your front door wide open for any uninvited guest to waltz in! 🔥 Think of it as a restaurant where the chef receives orders without checking the ingredients first. If someone slips in harmful ingredients, the whole dish could become dangerous — that's how this vulnerability operates by bypassing safeguards! An attacker could execute arbitrary code in the kernel, potentially gaining full control over the affected devices. This means they could access sensitive data, install malware, or even disrupt device functionality — a nightmare scenario that could leave your privacy exposed!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant where the chef receives orders without checking the ingredients first. If someone slips in harmful ingredients, the whole dish could become dangerous — that's how this vulnerability operates by bypassing safeguards! This vulnerability arises from insufficient bounds checking, which allows a remote user to write data outside the allocated memory. This could lead to unauthorized access and execution of malicious payloads.

What to do

An attacker could execute arbitrary code in the kernel, potentially gaining full control over the affected devices. This means they could access sensitive data, install malware, or even disrupt device functionality — a nightmare scenario that could leave your privacy exposed! Update your devices to the latest versions: tvOS 16.1, iOS 16.1, iPadOS 16, macOS Ventura 13, or watchOS 9.1 to patch this vulnerability. It's crucial to ensure all devices are up-to-date to maintain security! You've got this! Keep those devices updated and secure. 🛡️

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
0.02144 · 81.9th percentile
Published
2022-11-01T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 01 NOV 00:00Z
    An out-of-bounds write issue was addressed with improved bounds checking
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