CVE-2019-8242: Adobe Media Encoder MOV File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Thu Nov 14 2019(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Adobe Media Encoder. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of MOV files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the current process.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Media Encoder | ||
| Adobe Media Encoder | <=13.1 | |
| Apple macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-8242?
CVE-2019-8242 is a vulnerability in Adobe Media Encoder that allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information.
How does CVE-2019-8242 impact Adobe Media Encoder?
CVE-2019-8242 allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Adobe Media Encoder.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-8242?
CVE-2019-8242 has a severity rating of 4.3 (Medium).
How can CVE-2019-8242 be exploited?
To exploit CVE-2019-8242, user interaction is required, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
What is the solution for CVE-2019-8242?
Refer to the Adobe Security Advisory APSB19-52 for information on how to mitigate CVE-2019-8242.
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