CVE-2020-9646: Adobe Media Encoder MP4 File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Fri Jul 17 2020(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code 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 processing of MP4 files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated structure. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability 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 | <=14.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-9646?
CVE-2020-9646 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Adobe Media Encoder.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
To exploit this vulnerability, user interaction is required, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-9646?
The severity of CVE-2020-9646 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can I fix the CVE-2020-9646 vulnerability?
To fix the CVE-2020-9646 vulnerability, it is recommended to update Adobe Media Encoder to version 14.2 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-9646?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-9646 on the Adobe Security Bulletin APSB20-36 and Zero Day Initiative advisories.
- collector/zdi-advisory
- alias/ZDI-20-883
- alias/ZDI-CAN-10838
- alias/CVE-2020-9646
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/adobe
- canonical/adobe media encoder
- version/adobe media encoder/14.2