CVE-2021-35996: Adobe After Effects Memory Corruption Could Lead To Arbitrary Code Execution
First published: Thu Sep 02 2021(Updated: )
Adobe After Effects version 18.2.1 (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 | <=18.2.1 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-35996?
CVE-2021-35996 refers to a memory corruption vulnerability in Adobe After Effects version 18.2.1 and earlier.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-35996?
The severity of CVE-2021-35996 is critical with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How does CVE-2021-35996 affect Adobe After Effects?
CVE-2021-35996 affects Adobe After Effects version 18.2.1 and earlier by allowing an unauthenticated attacker to achieve arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-35996?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-35996 by parsing a specially crafted file, which triggers a memory corruption vulnerability in Adobe After Effects.
Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2021-35996?
No, Microsoft Windows is not affected by CVE-2021-35996.
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