CVE-2019-8243: Adobe Media Encoder CC MP4 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 CC. 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 MP4 files. Crafted data in an MP4 file can trigger a read outside the bounds 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 the severity of CVE-2019-8243?
The severity of CVE-2019-8243 is medium with a CVSS score of 4.3.
How does CVE-2019-8243 affect Adobe Media Encoder?
CVE-2019-8243 affects Adobe Media Encoder versions up to and including 13.1.
How can CVE-2019-8243 be exploited?
CVE-2019-8243 can be exploited by remote attackers through a malicious page or file that requires user interaction to open.
Is Apple macOS vulnerable to CVE-2019-8243?
No, Apple macOS is not vulnerable to CVE-2019-8243.
Is Microsoft Windows vulnerable to CVE-2019-8243?
No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2019-8243.
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