CVE-2021-28602: Adobe After Effects Memory corruption could lead to code execution vulnerability
First published: Tue Aug 24 2021(Updated: )
Adobe After Effects version 18.2 (and earlier) is affected by a memory corruption vulnerability when parsing a specially crafted file. An unauthenticated attacker could leverage this vulnerability to achieve arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe After Effects | <=18.2 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2021-28602.
What is the affected software?
Adobe After Effects version 18.2 (and earlier) is affected by this vulnerability.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-28602?
The severity of CVE-2021-28602 is high with a CVSS base score of 7.8.
What is the impact of this vulnerability?
This vulnerability could allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-28602?
Yes, Adobe has released a security update to address this vulnerability. Please refer to the provided reference for more information.
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