CVE-2021-39862: Adobe FrameMaker PostScript File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure 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 read vulnerability that could lead to disclosure of sensitive 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 Framemaker | <=2019.0.8 | |
| Adobe Framemaker | >=2020.0.1<=2020.0.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-39862?
The severity of CVE-2021-39862 is medium, with a severity value of 3.3.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-39862?
Adobe Framemaker versions 2019 Update 8 (and earlier) and 2020 Release Update 2 (and earlier) are affected by CVE-2021-39862.
What is the vulnerability description of CVE-2021-39862?
CVE-2021-39862 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Adobe Framemaker that could lead to disclosure of sensitive memory.
What is the impact of CVE-2021-39862?
The impact of CVE-2021-39862 is the bypassing of mitigations such as ASLR by an attacker exploiting the vulnerability.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-39862?
Yes, Adobe has released updates to fix the vulnerability. Please refer to the provided reference link for more information.
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