CVE-2011-2131: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 11, 2011
·Updated
Adobe Photoshop 12.0 in Creative Suite 5 (CS5) and 12.1 in Creative Suite 5.1 (CS5.1) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted GIF file.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Adobe Creative Suite=5
Adobe Photoshop=12.0
Adobe Photoshop=12.1
Adobe Creative Suite=5.1
Remediation
Event History
Aug 11, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2011-2131?
CVE-2011-2131 has a critical severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2011-2131?
To fix CVE-2011-2131, users should update Adobe Photoshop and Creative Suite to the latest versions available.
3
Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-2131?
CVE-2011-2131 affects Adobe Photoshop 12.0 and 12.1, as well as Adobe Creative Suite 5 and 5.1.
4
What types of attacks can CVE-2011-2131 enable?
CVE-2011-2131 can enable remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2011-2131?
The primary recommendation for CVE-2011-2131 is to apply the available security updates from Adobe.