CVE-2021-36053: XMP Toolkit SDK Out-of-bounds Read Vulnerability In FindAndReadXMPChunk Could Lead To Information Exposure
First published: Wed Sep 01 2021(Updated: )
XMP Toolkit SDK versions 2020.1 (and earlier) are affected by an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that could lead to disclosure of arbitrary memory. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to bypass mitigations such as ASLR. 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 XMP Toolkit Software Development Kit | <=2020.1 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =10.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-36053?
CVE-2021-36053 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2021-36053?
To fix CVE-2021-36053, update the affected Adobe XMP Toolkit SDK to version 2020.2 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2021-36053?
CVE-2021-36053 affects Adobe XMP Toolkit SDK versions up to and including 2020.1 and Debian Linux 10.0.
Can CVE-2021-36053 be exploited without user interaction?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-36053 requires user interaction.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-36053?
CVE-2021-36053 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that can lead to memory disclosure.
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