CVE-2021-40783: Adobe Premiere Rush WAV File Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution

Published Dec 20, 2021
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Updated

Adobe Premiere Rush version 1.5.16 (and earlier) is affected by a memory corruption vulnerability due to insecure handling of a malicious WAV file, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Adobe Premiere Rush<=1.5.16
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Dec 20, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:08 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:08 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-40783?

CVE-2021-40783 is a memory corruption vulnerability in Adobe Premiere Rush version 1.5.16 and earlier, which can result in arbitrary code execution.

2

How does CVE-2021-40783 impact Adobe Premiere Rush users?

CVE-2021-40783 can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user if a malicious WAV file is opened in Adobe Premiere Rush.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-40783?

CVE-2021-40783 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

4

Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2021-40783?

No, Microsoft Windows is not affected by CVE-2021-40783.

5

How can I protect myself from CVE-2021-40783?

To protect yourself from CVE-2021-40783, update Adobe Premiere Rush to version 1.5.17 or later, as this vulnerability has been patched in that version.

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