Kernel out-of-bounds write leading to kernel code execution in Apple iOS/iPadOS/macOS (CVE-2022-32894)
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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Mitigation
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Remediation
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Exploits
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Affected products & vendors
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Recent activity
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An out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the Apple kernel that could allow an application to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
An out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the Apple OS kernel that can be leveraged to execute code with kernel (highest) privileges, enabling full device compromise.
An Apple kernel vulnerability that could allow an application to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges, potentially leading to full system compromise.
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Query your assets running an affected version, and investigate the blast radius.
Every observed campaign linking this CVE to a named adversary.
Malware families riding this exploit, with evidence and IOCs.
YARA, Sigma, Snort, and vendor rules, auto-deployed to your SIEM.
Cross-references every affected SKU, including bundled OEM variants.
Community discussion across Reddit, Mastodon, and other social sources.