CVE-2020-9642: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 25, 2020
·Updated
Adobe Illustrator versions 24.1.2 and earlier have a buffer errors vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution .
Affected Software
2 affected components
Adobe Illustrator<=24.1.2
Microsoft Windows
Remediation
Event History
Jun 25, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:03 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-9642?
CVE-2020-9642 is considered a critical severity vulnerability that may allow arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2020-9642?
To fix CVE-2020-9642, update Adobe Illustrator to version 24.2 or later.
3
Which versions of Adobe Illustrator are affected by CVE-2020-9642?
Adobe Illustrator versions 24.1.2 and earlier are affected by CVE-2020-9642.
4
What kind of impact does CVE-2020-9642 have if exploited?
If exploited, CVE-2020-9642 could lead to arbitrary code execution on the affected systems.
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Does CVE-2020-9642 affect any operating systems aside from Adobe Illustrator?
CVE-2020-9642 specifically affects Adobe Illustrator and does not impact Microsoft Windows itself.