CVE-2017-3004: Buffer Overflow

Published Apr 12, 2017
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Updated

Adobe Photoshop versions CC 2017 (18.0.1) and earlier, CC 2015.5.1 (17.0.1) and earlier have a memory corruption vulnerability when parsing malicious PCX files. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Adobe Photoshop CC>=17.0<=17.0.1
Adobe Photoshop CC>=18.0<=18.0.1
Microsoft Windows
All of the following
Any of the following
Adobe Photoshop CC>=17.0<=17.0.1
Adobe Photoshop CC>=18.0<=18.0.1
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Apr 12, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jun 16, 58461
Event
02:33 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-3004?

CVE-2017-3004 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-3004?

To fix CVE-2017-3004, update Adobe Photoshop to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which versions of Adobe Photoshop are affected by CVE-2017-3004?

CVE-2017-3004 affects Adobe Photoshop CC 2017 (18.0.1) and earlier, as well as CC 2015.5.1 (17.0.1) and earlier.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-3004?

CVE-2017-3004 is a memory corruption vulnerability that occurs when parsing malicious PCX files.

5

What could happen if CVE-2017-3004 is exploited?

If CVE-2017-3004 is exploited, it could lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to run malicious code on the affected system.

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