CVE-2022-22657 Memory corruption in macOS

High 7.8 Published 18 Mar 2022 Updated 3 Aug 2024

Opening a maliciously crafted file in macOS or related Apple apps may lead to arbitrary code execution or application termination.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2022-22657?

CVE-2022-22657 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Apple Macos, published on 18 Mar 2022. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

A memory initialization issue was addressed with improved memory handling. This issue is fixed in Logic Pro 10.7.3, GarageBand 10.4.6, macOS Monterey 12.3. Opening a maliciously crafted file may lead to unexpected application termination or arbitrary code execution.

Weakness: CWE-665

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-22657?

It affects 3 products.

Products include Apple Garageband, Apple Logic Pro X, Apple Macos.

How do I fix CVE-2022-22657?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-22657 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2022-22657 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2022-22657 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-m6rc-jrf5-mqjx.