CVE-2022-42827 Details
Description
An out-of-bounds write issue was addressed with improved bounds checking. This issue is fixed in iOS 15.7.1 and iPadOS 15.7.1, iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16. An application may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited..
A vulnerability exists in the kernel of Apple iOS and iPadOS, specifically in versions prior to 15.7.1, 16.1, and 16. This out-of-bounds write issue allows applications to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges. The vulnerability has been reported to be actively exploited.
Users can update to iOS 15.7.1, iPadOS 15.7.1, iOS 16.1, or iPadOS 16 to address this vulnerability.
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Jan 28, 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-2022-42827 | CISA-ADP | US Government Resource |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213489 | CVE | Vendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213490 | CVE | Vendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213489 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
| https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213490 | [email protected] | Vendor 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 and iPadOS Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability | Oct 25, 2022 | Nov 15, 2022 | Apply updates per vendor instructions. |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-787 | Out-of-bounds Write | [email protected] |
| CWE-787 | Out-of-bounds Write | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| apple ipados | < 15.7.1 |
CPE
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| apple iphone os | < 15.7.1 >= 16.0, < 16.1 |
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Change History
11 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 14, 2025 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Jan 28, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Nov 21, 2024 | CVE Modified | CVE |
| May 14, 2024 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Nov 3, 2022 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |