CVE-2022-42841
Published Dec 15, 2022 · Updated Nov 3, 2026
Original summary
Normalized public record · Updated Nov 3, 2026
A type confusion issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.6.2, macOS Ventura 13.1, macOS Big Sur 11.7.2. Processing a maliciously crafted package may lead to arbitrary code execution.
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QFinch assessment
A type confusion issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Monterey 12.6.2, macOS Ventura 13.1, macOS Big Sur 11.7.2. Processing a maliciously crafted package may lead to arbitrary code execution.
Evidence: public source recordsAffected products
| Affected package, product or range | Fix status |
|---|---|
| Consult the referenced vendor advisory for affected versions. | Consult source advisory |
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Remediation
Apply the vendor-supported fixed release or mitigation, then verify the affected component is no longer reachable.
- Confirm the affected product and reachable code path exist in your environment.
- Apply the vendor-supported patch or mitigation from the primary advisory.
- Rescan the exact deployed revision and retain verification evidence.
Evidence coverage
- SSVC priority
- MEDIUM
- Confidence
- Not available
- Aliases
- None reported
Scores appear only when corresponding evidence exists. Missing data is never interpreted as zero risk.
Sources and record history
- support.apple.com ↗
- support.apple.com ↗
- support.apple.com ↗
- 20221220 APPLE-SA-2022-12-13-6 macOS Big Sur 11.7.2 ↗
- 20221220 APPLE-SA-2022-12-13-4 macOS Ventura 13.1 ↗
- 20221220 APPLE-SA-2022-12-13-5 macOS Monterey 12.6.2 ↗
Record history
Published Dec 15, 2022 · Last refreshed Nov 3, 2026