CVE-2021-36008: Adobe Illustrator PDF File Parsing Use-After-Free Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Adobe Illustrator version 25.2.3 (and earlier) is affected by an Use-after-free vulnerability when parsing a specially crafted file. An unauthenticated attacker could leverage this vulnerability to read arbitrary file system information in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Adobe Illustrator. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of PDF files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-36008?
CVE-2021-36008 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation by unauthenticated attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2021-36008?
To fix CVE-2021-36008, users should update Adobe Illustrator to version 25.2.4 or later.
What kind of attacks can exploit CVE-2021-36008?
CVE-2021-36008 can be exploited through specially crafted files that can lead to unauthorized file system information disclosure.
Which versions of Adobe Illustrator are affected by CVE-2021-36008?
Adobe Illustrator versions 25.2.3 and earlier are affected by CVE-2021-36008.
Can CVE-2021-36008 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-36008 can be exploited remotely if an attacker tricks the user into opening a malicious file.