What is the severity of CVE-2021-36050?

CVE-2021-36050 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2021-36050?

To fix CVE-2021-36050, update to Adobe XMP Toolkit SDK version 2020.2 or later.

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2021-36050?

Exploitation of CVE-2021-36050 can lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing an attacker to execute commands on the affected system.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-36050?

Affected software includes Adobe XMP Toolkit SDK version 2020.1 and earlier, as well as Debian Debian Linux version 10.0.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-36050?

Yes, user interaction is required as the victim must open a crafted file for the exploitation of CVE-2021-36050 to occur.

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CVE-2021-36050

critical

9.3

CWE

787 122 119

1/9/2021

17/9/2024

CVE-2021-36050: XMP Toolkit SDK Heap-based Buffer Overflow Could Lead To Arbitrary Code Execution

First published: Wed Sep 01 2021(Updated: )

XMP Toolkit SDK version 2020.1 (and earlier) is affected by a buffer overflow vulnerability potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction in that a victim must open a crafted file.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Adobe XMP Toolkit Software Development Kit	<=2020.1
Debian GNU/Linux	=10.0

Remedy

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/xmpcore/apsb21-65.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-36050?
CVE-2021-36050 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2021-36050?
To fix CVE-2021-36050, update to Adobe XMP Toolkit SDK version 2020.2 or later.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2021-36050?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-36050 can lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing an attacker to execute commands on the affected system.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-36050?
Affected software includes Adobe XMP Toolkit SDK version 2020.1 and earlier, as well as Debian Debian Linux version 10.0.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-36050?
Yes, user interaction is required as the victim must open a crafted file for the exploitation of CVE-2021-36050 to occur.

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