CVE-2022-42849
High
Description
An access issue existed with privileged API calls. This issue was addressed with additional restrictions. This issue is fixed in iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2, tvOS 16.2, watchOS 9.2. A user may be able to elevate privileges.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
Product
Apple Ipados
PublishedDec 15, 2022
First seenDec 15, 2022
Weakness typeCWE-269Improper privilege management
How to fix
Update
- apple ipados16.2 or later
- apple iphone_os16.2 or later
- apple tvos16.2 or later
- apple watchos9.2 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| apple ipados | v < 16.2 | 16.2 |
| apple iphone_os | v < 16.2 | 16.2 |
| apple tvos | v < 16.2 | 16.2 |
| apple watchos | v < 9.2 | 9.2 |
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