CVE-2021-39829: Adobe FrameMaker PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Wed Sep 29 2021(Updated: )
Adobe Framemaker versions 2019 Update 8 (and earlier) and 2020 Release Update 2 (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 PDF file.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Framemaker | <=2019.0.8 | |
| Adobe Framemaker | >=2020.0.1<=2020.0.2 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-39829?
CVE-2021-39829 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Adobe Framemaker versions 2019 Update 8 and 2020 Release Update 2.
How severe is CVE-2021-39829?
CVE-2021-39829 has a severity score of 7.8 (high).
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-39829?
Adobe Framemaker versions 2019 Update 8 (and earlier) and 2020 Release Update 2 (and earlier) are affected.
What is the potential impact of CVE-2021-39829?
The vulnerability could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
How can CVE-2021-39829 be exploited?
Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction.
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