CVE-2022-32881

CVE-2022-32881 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apple Macos with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.7, macOS Ventura 13, iOS 16, watchOS 9, macOS Monterey 12.6, tvOS 16. An app may be able to modify protected parts of the file system.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-32881?
A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.7, macOS Ventura 13, iOS 16, watchOS 9, macOS Monterey 12.6, tvOS 16. An app may be able to modify protected parts of the file system.
How severe is CVE-2022-32881?
CVE-2022-32881 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2022-32881 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (16th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-32881?
CVE-2022-32881 primarily affects Apple Macos. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-32881?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2022-32881 published?
CVE-2022-32881 was published on 2022-11-01 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (3)

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