CVE-2022-22620 Details
Description
A use after free issue was addressed with improved memory management. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.2.1, iOS 15.3.1 and iPadOS 15.3.1, Safari 15.3 (v. 16612.4.9.1.8 and 15612.4.9.1.8). Processing maliciously crafted web content may lead to arbitrary code execution. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited..
A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in the WebKit component of Apple iOS, iPadOS, macOS Monterey, and Safari. This vulnerability arises from improper memory management, which can be exploited by processing maliciously crafted web content, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution. Apple has acknowledged reports of active exploitation of this vulnerability.
Users can upgrade to the latest versions of macOS Monterey, iOS, iPadOS, and Safari to address this vulnerability. Specific update instructions are available on the Apple Support website.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Jan 29, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2022-22620 | CISA-ADP | Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource |
| https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202208-39 | CVE | Third Party Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213091 | CVE | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213092 | CVE | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213093 | CVE | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
| https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202208-39 | [email protected] | Third Party Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213091 | [email protected] | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213092 | [email protected] | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213093 | [email protected] | Release NotesVendor Advisory |
This CVE is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog
Reference CISA's BOD 22-01 and Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog for further guidance and requirements.
| Vulnerability Name | Date Added | Due Date | Required Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS, iPadOS, and macOS Webkit Use-After-Free Vulnerability | Feb 11, 2022 | Feb 25, 2022 | Apply updates per vendor instructions. |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-416 | Use After Free | [email protected] |
| CWE-416 | Use After Free | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| apple safari | < 15.3 |
CPE
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| apple ipados | < 15.3.1 |
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| apple iphone os | < 15.3.1 |
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| apple macos | >= 12.0.0, < 12.2.1 |
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Change History
14 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Oct 22, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 21, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 21, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Feb 28, 2025 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Jan 29, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Nov 21, 2024 | CVE Modified | CVE |
| May 16, 2024 | CVE CISA KEV Update | Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) U.S. Civilian Government |
| May 14, 2024 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Sep 9, 2022 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Sep 1, 2022 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Mar 26, 2022 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |