CVE-2021-44179

Name: CVE-2021-44179
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-12-20T21:15:10.67+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.96%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-44179 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Adobe Dimension versions 3.4.3 (and earlier) is affected by a memory corruption vulnerability due to insecure handling of a malicious GIF file, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability.. EPSS estimates a 2.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Adobe Dimension versions 3.4.3 (and earlier) is affected by a memory corruption vulnerability due to insecure handling of a malicious GIF file, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.96%

85.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Adobe	Dimension	<= 3.4.3

References

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/dimension/apsb21-116.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1569/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/dimension/apsb21-116.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1569/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Dec 20, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-44179?

How severe is CVE-2021-44179?

Severity scoring for CVE-2021-44179 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-44179?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST