CWE
125
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-36019: Adobe After Effects PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

First published: Thu Sep 02 2021(Updated: )

Adobe After Effects version 18.2.1 (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 arbitrary 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.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Adobe After Effects<=18.2.1
Microsoft Windows

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-36019?

    CVE-2021-36019 is an Out-of-bounds Read vulnerability in Adobe After Effects version 18.2.1 (and earlier) when parsing a specially crafted file.

  • How can an unauthenticated attacker exploit CVE-2021-36019?

    An unauthenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2021-36019 to disclose arbitrary memory information in the context of the current user.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-36019?

    The severity of CVE-2021-36019 is medium with a CVSS score of 3.3.

  • Which software version is affected by CVE-2021-36019?

    Adobe After Effects version 18.2.1 (and earlier) is affected by CVE-2021-36019.

  • Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2021-36019?

    No, Microsoft Windows is not affected by CVE-2021-36019.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-36019?

    Apply the necessary updates provided by Adobe to fix CVE-2021-36019.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-36019?

    You can find more information about CVE-2021-36019 on the Adobe website at https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/after_effects/apsb21-54.html.

  • What is the CWE category of CVE-2021-36019?

    CVE-2021-36019 falls under the CWE category 125 - Out-of-bounds Read.

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