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Kernel out-of-bounds write leading to kernel code execution in Apple iOS/iPadOS/macOS (CVE-2022-32894)

IdentifiersCVE-2022-32894CWE-787· Out-of-bounds Write

CVE-2022-32894 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the Apple operating system kernel. Apple indicates the issue was addressed via improved bounds checking. Successful exploitation may allow a malicious application to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges. Apple reported awareness that this issue may have been actively exploited in the wild. The issue is fixed in iOS 15.6.1, iPadOS 15.6.1, and macOS Monterey 12.5.1.

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Impact

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An attacker who can trigger the kernel out-of-bounds write may achieve arbitrary code execution in the kernel context, enabling full device/system compromise (e.g., bypassing security boundaries enforced by the kernel). Apple notes the vulnerability may have been actively exploited.

Mitigation

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Where immediate patching is not possible, reduce exposure by restricting installation/execution of untrusted applications and enforcing strong application control/MDM policies on managed fleets until updates can be deployed.

Remediation

Patch, then assume compromise.

Apply the vendor patches: update to iOS 15.6.1 / iPadOS 15.6.1 and macOS Monterey 12.5.1 (or later).
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AppleIpadosoperating_system
AppleIphone Osoperating_system
AppleMacosoperating_system
AppleWatchosoperating_system

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