CVE-2022-42827
HighActively exploited (CISA KEV)
Description
An out-of-bounds write issue was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in iOS 15.7.1 and iPadOS 15.7.1, iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16. An application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited..
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
Product
Apple iOS and iPadOS
PublishedNov 1, 2022
First seenNov 1, 2022
Added to KEVOct 25, 2022
Weakness typeCWE-787Out-of-bounds write
How to fix
CISA required action
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
CISA due date: Nov 15, 2022Update
- apple ipados15.7.1 or later
- apple iphone_os15.7.1, 16.1 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| apple ipados | v < 15.7.1 | 15.7.1 |
| apple iphone_os | v < 15.7.1, 16.0 ≤ v < 16.1 | 15.7.1, 16.1 |
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