CVE-2021-40766: Adobe Character Animator SVG File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Wed Mar 16 2022(Updated: )
Adobe Character Animator version 4.4 (and earlier versions) 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 Character Animator | <=4.4 | |
| Apple macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this Adobe Character Animator vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Adobe Character Animator vulnerability is CVE-2021-40766.
Which versions of Adobe Character Animator are affected by this vulnerability?
Adobe Character Animator version 4.4 and earlier versions are affected by this vulnerability.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-40766?
The severity of CVE-2021-40766 is medium with a severity value of 3.3.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
Exploitation of this vulnerability requires user interaction.
Are Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows affected by this vulnerability?
No, Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows are not affected by this vulnerability.
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