CVE-2022-23202
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CVE-2022-23202 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7/10 on the CVSS scale. Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop version 2.7.0.13 (and earlier) is affected by an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must download a malicious DLL file. EPSS estimates a 2.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop version 2.7.0.13 (and earlier) is affected by an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must download a malicious DLL file. The attacker has to deliver the DLL on the same folder as the installer which makes it as a high complexity attack vector.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Creative Cloud Desktop Application | <= 2.7.0.13 |
References
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/creative-cloud/apsb22-11.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/creative-cloud/apsb22-11.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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