CVE-2021-28605: Adobe After Effects memory corruption could lead to arbitrary code execution

Published Aug 24, 2021
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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.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Adobe After Effects<=18.2
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Aug 24, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:58 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:58 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-28605?

CVE-2021-28605 is a memory corruption vulnerability in Adobe After Effects that allows an attacker to achieve arbitrary code execution.

2

How does CVE-2021-28605 impact Adobe After Effects?

CVE-2021-28605 can be exploited by an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-28605?

CVE-2021-28605 has a severity rating of 7.8 (critical).

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-28605 in Adobe After Effects?

Apply the necessary security update provided by Adobe to fix CVE-2021-28605 in Adobe After Effects.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-28605?

For more information about CVE-2021-28605, refer to the Adobe Security Bulletin APSB21-49.

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