Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
This Apple flaw lets an already highly privileged app move from root access to kernel-level code execution. That matters because kernel privileges can bypass core operating-system protections and give deep control of the device. Apple fixed it across several 2022 OS releases.
Executive priority
Treat as high priority for Apple fleet hygiene, especially on endpoints with local admin workflows or legacy macOS versions. It is serious because kernel compromise is high impact, but the sources describe a local privileged-app prerequisite rather than direct remote exploitation.
Technical view
CVE-2022-32813 is a CWE-787 memory handling issue with CVSS 7.8. Apple states an app with root privileges may execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges. The issue was fixed in macOS Monterey 12.5, Big Sur 11.6.8, Catalina Security Update 2022-005, iOS/iPadOS 15.6, tvOS 15.6, and watchOS 8.7.
Likely exposure
Exposure is most likely on Apple devices running affected pre-fix releases of macOS, iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, or watchOS. Risk is higher where attackers can install or run privileged local software, or where endpoint management does not enforce OS updates.
Exploitation context
The provided sources do not show CISA KEV listing or active exploitation evidence. This is not described as remote initial access. It is a local privilege escalation path from a root-privileged app into the kernel, useful after earlier compromise or misuse of privileged software.
Researcher notes
The bundle identifies CWE-787 and local, low-complexity exploitation requiring privileges, with full confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact. Apple’s description is brief and does not name the affected component, exploit conditions beyond root app privileges, or indicators of compromise.
Mitigation direction
- Update macOS Monterey to 12.5 or later where applicable.
- Update macOS Big Sur to 11.6.8 or later where applicable.
- Apply Security Update 2022-005 on Catalina systems.
- Update iOS/iPadOS to 15.6 or later.
- Update tvOS to 15.6 and watchOS to 8.7 or later.
- Check Apple advisories for unsupported or uncertain device states.
Validation and detection
- Inventory Apple OS versions across managed and unmanaged assets.
- Confirm no in-scope devices remain below the named fixed releases.
- Review MDM compliance reports for update enforcement gaps.
- Prioritize validation on devices allowing privileged local software.
- Document exceptions where devices cannot receive Apple fixes.
Public sources used
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- High
- CVSS
- 7.8 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H1.85.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
7.8HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213345CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213340CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213342CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213346CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213344CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213343CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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Out-of-bounds Write
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