CVE-2021-42722
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CVE-2021-42722 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Adobe Bridge version 11.1.1 (and earlier) is affected by an out-of-bounds read vulnerability when parsing a crafted file, which could result in a read past the end of an allocated memory structure. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. EPSS estimates a 0.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Adobe Bridge version 11.1.1 (and earlier) is affected by an out-of-bounds read vulnerability when parsing a crafted file, which could result in a read past the end of an allocated memory structure. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Bridge | <= 11.1.1 |
References
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/bridge/apsb21-94.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/bridge/apsb21-94.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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