CVE-2025-43222

A use-after-free issue was addressed by removing the vulnerable code

Critical · published July 29, 2025

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
54.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A use-after-free flaw is lurking in the code, and it could lead to unexpected app crashes! 🔥 Think of this vulnerability like a restaurant where the chef accidentally tries to serve a dish that was already tossed out — the result? A chaotic kitchen filled with frustrated patrons! If exploited, this vulnerability could cause apps to crash unexpectedly, leading to a frustrating user experience. Imagine your favorite app suddenly freezing mid-use! With a CVSS score of 9.8, this isn't just a minor inconvenience; it's a big deal that needs immediate attention!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a restaurant where the chef accidentally tries to serve a dish that was already tossed out — the result? A chaotic kitchen filled with frustrated patrons! This vulnerability arises when an application continues to use memory that has already been freed, leading to potential crashes and undefined behaviors within the app.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could cause apps to crash unexpectedly, leading to a frustrating user experience. Imagine your favorite app suddenly freezing mid-use! With a CVSS score of 9.8, this isn't just a minor inconvenience; it's a big deal that needs immediate attention! To protect your devices, update immediately to iPadOS 17.7.9, macOS Sequoia 15.6, macOS Sonoma 14.7.7, or macOS Ventura 13.7.7. Keeping your software up-to-date is crucial — don’t let outdated code leave you vulnerable! You've got this! Just follow these steps, and your devices will be secure 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
0.00763 · 54.9th percentile
Published
2025-07-29T23:29Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 JUL 23:29Z
    A use-after-free issue was addressed by removing the vulnerable code
    cvelistv5