CVE-2022-26688
Medium
Description
An issue in the handling of symlinks was addressed with improved validation. This issue is fixed in Security Update 2022-003 Catalina, macOS Monterey 12.3, macOS Big Sur 11.6.5. A malicious app with root privileges may be able to modify the contents of system files.
SeverityMedium
CVSS4.4
Exploit probability—
Product
Apple Macos
PublishedMay 26, 2022
First seenMay 26, 2022
How to fix
Update
- apple macos11.6.5, 12.3 or later
- apple mac_os_x10.15.7 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| apple macos | 11.0 ≤ v < 11.6.5, 12.0.0 ≤ v < 12.3 | 11.6.5, 12.3 |
| apple mac_os_x | 10.15 ≤ v < 10.15.7, 10.15.7 | 10.15.7 |
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