How severe is CVE-2022-42838?

CVE-2022-42838 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2022-42838 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (13th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-42838?

CVE-2022-42838 affects Apple Macos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-42838?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2022-42838 published?

CVE-2022-42838 was published on 2023-02-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-42838

CVE-2022-42838 is a low-severity vulnerability in Apple Macos with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-672.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.3)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (13th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-672
Affected product: Apple Macos
Published: 2023-02-27
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

An issue with app access to camera data was addressed with improved logic. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13. A camera extension may be able to continue receiving video after the app which activated was closed.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-42838?: An issue with app access to camera data was addressed with improved logic. This issue is fixed in macOS Ventura 13. A camera extension may be able to continue receiving video after the app which activated was closed.
How severe is CVE-2022-42838?: CVE-2022-42838 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2022-42838 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (13th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-42838?: CVE-2022-42838 affects Apple Macos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-42838?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2022-42838 published?: CVE-2022-42838 was published on 2023-02-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213488

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:apple:macos:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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