CVE-2022-42838 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting certain versions of macOS Ventura. It involves an issue with app access to camera data, where a camera extension may continue receiving video even after the app that activated it has been closed. This vulnerability impacts the macOS Ventura operating system, specifically versions up to (excluding) 13.0. To address this issue, Apple has implemented improved logic in the macOS Ventura 13 update.

How do I know if I'm affected?

If you're using macOS Ventura, you might be affected by the vulnerability if your system version is below 13.0. This issue is related to app access to camera data, where a camera extension may continue receiving video even after the app that activated it has been closed. Affected Apple product versions include Mac Studio (2022), Mac Pro (2019 and later), MacBook Air (2018 and later), MacBook Pro (2017 and later), Mac mini (2018 and later), iMac (2017 and later), MacBook (2017), and iMac Pro (2017).

What should I do if I'm affected?

If you're affected by the vulnerability, it's important to update your macOS Ventura to version 13.0. To do this, go to your Mac's System Preferences, click on Software Update, and follow the prompts to install the update. This will address the issue and improve your device's security.

Is this in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog?

The vulnerability is not listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. This issue, affecting macOS Ventura, involves app access to camera data where a camera extension may continue receiving video even after the app has been closed. The vulnerability was added to the NVD on February 27, 2023, and the required action is to update macOS Ventura to version 13.0.

Weakness enumeration

The CVE-2022-42838 vulnerability involves an issue with app access to camera data in macOS Ventura, categorized as CWE-672 (Operation on a Resource after Expiration or Release).

For more details

CVE-2022-42838 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting macOS Ventura, with potential implications for app access to camera data. By updating to macOS Ventura 13, users can mitigate this issue and enhance their device's security. For more information about the vulnerability, including its description, severity, technical details, and known affected software configurations, visit the NVD page or the links below.

• NVD - CVE-2022-42838

• About the security content of macOS Ventura 13