CVE-2021-40736: Adobe Audition Memory Corruption could lead to Arbitrary code execution
Published Mar 16, 2022
·Updated
Adobe Audition version 14.4 (and earlier) is affected by a memory corruption vulnerability, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Adobe Audition<=14.4
macOS
Microsoft Windows
Event History
Mar 16, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:03 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2021-40736?
CVE-2021-40736 is a memory corruption vulnerability in Adobe Audition version 14.4 and earlier.
2
What is the severity of CVE-2021-40736?
CVE-2021-40736 has a severity rating of 7.8 (Critical).
3
How does CVE-2021-40736 affect Adobe Audition?
CVE-2021-40736 can result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user if exploited, but user interaction is required.
4
Is Apple macOS vulnerable to CVE-2021-40736?
No, Apple macOS is not vulnerable to CVE-2021-40736.
5
Is Microsoft Windows vulnerable to CVE-2021-40736?
No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2021-40736.