What is CVE-2020-9747?

CVE-2020-9747 is a vulnerability in Adobe Animate version 20.5 and earlier that allows for arbitrary code execution.

How does CVE-2020-9747 affect Adobe Animate?

CVE-2020-9747 affects Adobe Animate version 20.5 and earlier by exploiting a double free vulnerability when parsing a crafted .fla file.

What is the severity of CVE-2020-9747?

CVE-2020-9747 has a severity rating of 7.8 (Critical).

How can CVE-2020-9747 be exploited?

CVE-2020-9747 requires user interaction for exploitation.

Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2020-9747?

No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2020-9747.

How can I fix CVE-2020-9747?

To fix CVE-2020-9747, users should update to a version of Adobe Animate that is not affected by the vulnerability.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-9747?

More information about CVE-2020-9747 can be found on the Adobe security advisory page at: https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/animate/apsb20-61.html

What is the CWE ID for CVE-2020-9747?

The CWE ID for CVE-2020-9747 is 415.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2020-9747

critical

9.3

CWE

415

21/10/2020

17/9/2024

CVE-2020-9747: Double-free vulnerability in Adobe Animate 20.5

First published: Wed Oct 21 2020(Updated: )

Adobe Animate version 20.5 (and earlier) is affected by a double free vulnerability when parsing a crafted .fla file, which could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. This vulnerability requires user interaction to exploit.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Adobe Animate	<=20.5
Microsoft Windows

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Reference Links

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/animate/apsb20-61.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-9747?
CVE-2020-9747 is a vulnerability in Adobe Animate version 20.5 and earlier that allows for arbitrary code execution.
How does CVE-2020-9747 affect Adobe Animate?
CVE-2020-9747 affects Adobe Animate version 20.5 and earlier by exploiting a double free vulnerability when parsing a crafted .fla file.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-9747?
CVE-2020-9747 has a severity rating of 7.8 (Critical).
How can CVE-2020-9747 be exploited?
CVE-2020-9747 requires user interaction for exploitation.
Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2020-9747?
No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2020-9747.
How can I fix CVE-2020-9747?
To fix CVE-2020-9747, users should update to a version of Adobe Animate that is not affected by the vulnerability.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-9747?
More information about CVE-2020-9747 can be found on the Adobe security advisory page at: https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/animate/apsb20-61.html
What is the CWE ID for CVE-2020-9747?
The CWE ID for CVE-2020-9747 is 415.

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