CVE-2022-42856—Apple iOS Type Confusion Vulnerability

PUBLISHEDvulnerability record
2022-12-14 · last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2022-42856
Project:
Apple
Product:
iOS
Date Added:
2022-12-14
Due Date:
2023-01-04
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Apple iOS Type Confusion Vulnerability

Description

Apple iOS contains a type confusion vulnerability when processing maliciously crafted web content leading to code execution.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
Unknown

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

  • https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213516
  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-42856

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