CVE-2021-36070: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Sep 01 2021(Updated: )
Adobe Media Encoder version 15.1 (and earlier) is affected by an improper memory access vulnerability when parsing a crafted .SVG file. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute code 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 Media Encoder | <=15.4 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this Adobe Media Encoder vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Adobe Media Encoder vulnerability is CVE-2021-36070.
What is the affected software for this vulnerability?
The affected software for this vulnerability is Adobe Media Encoder version 15.1 (and earlier).
What is the severity rating of CVE-2021-36070?
The severity rating of CVE-2021-36070 is critical, with a severity value of 7.8.
How can an attacker exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by leveraging an improper memory access vulnerability when parsing a crafted .SVG file, allowing them to execute code in the context of the current user.
Is there a fix available for this vulnerability?
Yes, Adobe has released a security update to address this vulnerability. It is recommended to update to Adobe Media Encoder version 15.4 or later.
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/adobe
- canonical/adobe media encoder
- version/adobe media encoder/15.4
- vendor/microsoft
- canonical/microsoft windows