# CVE-2022-26773: iTunes: Improper Authorization

CVE-2022-26773 is fixed in iTunes on 1 platform by iTunes 12.12.4.1 (version 12.12.4.1), released May 24, 2022. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2022-26773
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 7.1
- EPSS: 0.0058
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: May 26, 2022
- Weakness: CWE-285: Improper Authorization
- Vendor advisory: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-26773

## Description

A logic issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in iTunes 12.12.4 for Windows. An application may be able to delete files for which it does not have permission.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows apps | iTunes | 12.12.4.1 | [iTunes 12.12.4.1](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/windows-app/apple.itunes-12.12.4.1.md) | May 24, 2022 |

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