CVE-2021-39822
First published: Thu Jul 20 2023(Updated: )
Adobe InDesign versions 16.3 (and earlier), and 16.3.1 (and earlier) are affected by an out-of-bounds write vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious BMP file.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe InDesign | <=16.3.2 | |
| Apple macOS | ||
| Adobe InDesign | <=16.3 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-39822?
CVE-2021-39822 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Adobe InDesign that could result in arbitrary code execution.
Which versions of Adobe InDesign are affected by CVE-2021-39822?
Adobe InDesign versions 16.3 and 16.3.1 (and earlier) are affected by CVE-2021-39822.
How can CVE-2021-39822 be exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-39822 requires user interaction in which a victim must open a malicious BMP file.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-39822?
CVE-2021-39822 has a severity level of high.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-39822?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-39822 on the Adobe Security Bulletin APSB21-73.
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