CVE-2021-39820: Adobe InDesign Memory Corruption Vulnerability Could Lead to Arbitrary Code Execution
Adobe InDesign versions 16.3 (and earlier), and 16.3.1 (and earlier) is affected by an Out-of-bounds Write vulnerability due to insecure handling of a malicious TIFF file, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-39820?
CVE-2021-39820 is an Out-of-bounds Write vulnerability in Adobe InDesign versions 16.3 (and earlier) and 16.3.1 (and earlier), which could allow arbitrary code execution.
How does CVE-2021-39820 affect Adobe InDesign?
CVE-2021-39820 affects Adobe InDesign versions 16.3 (and earlier) and 16.3.1 (and earlier) by insecurely handling a malicious TIFF file, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-39820?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2021-39820.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-39820?
The severity of CVE-2021-39820 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can I fix CVE-2021-39820?
To fix CVE-2021-39820, update Adobe InDesign to version 16.3.2 or later, as provided by the vendor's security advisory.