CVE-2021-28617: Adobe Animate out-of-bounds read vulnerability could lead to sensitive information disclosure

Published Aug 24, 2021
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Updated

Adobe Animate version 21.0.6 (and earlier) is affected by an Out-of-bounds Read vulnerability when parsing a specially crafted file. An unauthenticated attacker could leverage this vulnerability to disclose sensitive memory information 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 Animate<=21.0.6
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Aug 24, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the CVE ID of this vulnerability?

The CVE ID of this vulnerability is CVE-2021-28617.

2

What is the severity rating of CVE-2021-28617?

The severity rating of CVE-2021-28617 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2021-28617?

The affected software for CVE-2021-28617 is Adobe Animate version 21.0.6 (and earlier).

4

What is the impact of CVE-2021-28617?

The impact of CVE-2021-28617 is that an unauthenticated attacker could disclose sensitive memory information in the context of the current user.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-28617?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-28617 on the Adobe Security Bulletin APSB21-50.

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