CVE-2022-42841 Memory corruption in macOS
A type confusion vulnerability in macOS allows arbitrary code execution via a maliciously crafted package.
- 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-2022-42841?
CVE-2022-42841 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Apple Macos, published on 15 Dec 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 type confusion issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.6.2, macOS Ventura 13.1, macOS Big Sur 11.7.2. Processing a maliciously crafted package may lead to arbitrary code execution.
Weakness: CWE-843
Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-42841?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Apple Macos.
How do I fix CVE-2022-42841?
No fix has been published for CVE-2022-42841 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-2022-42841 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2022-42841 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Apple Macos
Sources
Also known as GHSA-qhqr-ffv4-wv7f.