CVE-2022-26694

CVE-2022-26694 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Apple Macos with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.4. A plug-in may be able to inherit the application's permissions and access user data.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-26694?
This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.4. A plug-in may be able to inherit the application's permissions and access user data.
How severe is CVE-2022-26694?
CVE-2022-26694 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.1, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2022-26694 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (54th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-26694?
CVE-2022-26694 affects Apple Macos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-26694?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2022-26694 published?
CVE-2022-26694 was published on 2022-05-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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