CVE-2020-9649: Adobe Media Encoder 3GP File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jul 16, 2020
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Updated

Adobe Media Encoder versions 14.2 and earlier have an out-of-bounds read vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to information disclosure.

Other sources

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 3GP 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 structure. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Adobe Media Encoder
Adobe Media Encoder<=14.2

Event History

Jul 16, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:59 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:59 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Feb 27, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·01:09 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-9649?

CVE-2020-9649 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Adobe Media Encoder that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations.

2

How does CVE-2020-9649 work?

CVE-2020-9649 is exploited when a user visits a malicious page or opens a malicious file, triggering an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in the processing of 3GP files.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-9649?

CVE-2020-9649 has a severity rating of 7.8 out of 10, which is considered high.

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-9649?

To fix CVE-2020-9649, users should apply the necessary security updates provided by Adobe.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-9649?

More information about CVE-2020-9649 can be found on the Adobe Security Bulletin (APSB20-36) and Zero Day Initiative advisories.

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