CVE-2012-2042: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu May 24 2012(Updated: )
Adobe Illustrator before CS6 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2012-0780, CVE-2012-2023, CVE-2012-2024, CVE-2012-2025, and CVE-2012-2026.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Illustrator 2024 | =7.0 | |
| Adobe Illustrator 2024 | =8.0 | |
| Adobe Illustrator 2024 | =9.0 | |
| Adobe Illustrator 2024 | =10.0 | |
| Adobe Illustrator 2024 | =11.0 | |
| Adobe Illustrator 2024 | =11.0.1 | |
| Adobe Illustrator 2024 | =12.0.0 | |
| Adobe Illustrator 2024 | =13.0 | |
| Adobe Illustrator 2024 | =13.0.1 | |
| Adobe Illustrator 2024 | =13.0.2 | |
| Adobe Illustrator 2024 | =13.0.3 | |
| Adobe Illustrator 2024 | =14.0 | |
| Adobe Illustrator 2024 | =15.0 | |
| Adobe Illustrator | <=15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-2042?
CVE-2012-2042 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution and cause memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2042?
To fix CVE-2012-2042, users should update Adobe Illustrator to the latest version or apply any available security patches provided by Adobe.
Which versions of Adobe Illustrator are affected by CVE-2012-2042?
CVE-2012-2042 affects Adobe Illustrator versions from 7.0 through 15.0, including all subsequent updates before CS6.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2012-2042?
CVE-2012-2042 can be exploited to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through memory corruption.
What should I do if I suspect I am affected by CVE-2012-2042?
If you suspect being affected by CVE-2012-2042, immediately apply the latest updates to Adobe Illustrator and consider consulting with a cybersecurity expert.
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