CVE-2022-22674
Published: April 4, 2022
Official Description
macOS Monterey contains an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that could allow an application to read kernel memory.
CISA KEV Advisory
Apple macOS Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability
macOS Monterey contains an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that could allow an application to read kernel memory.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
This vulnerability in macOS Monterey is an out-of-bounds read flaw that could allow an application to read sensitive kernel memory. Although the EPSS score is low at 0.00233, its inclusion in the KEV catalog signifies confirmed exploitation, making it a high-priority vulnerability.
This vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild. Exploitation typically requires an attacker to run a malicious application on the affected macOS device.
macOS Monterey users should install all available security updates from Apple to mitigate this vulnerability. Ensure that only trusted applications are installed and run on the system.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-22674 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2022-22674 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (1)
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-22674 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1