CVE-2021-40793: Adobe Premiere Pro WAV file memory corruption vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution
Adobe Premiere Pro version 15.4.1 (and earlier) is affected by a memory corruption vulnerability due to insecure handling of a malicious file, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-40793?
CVE-2021-40793 refers to a memory corruption vulnerability in Adobe Premiere Pro version 15.4.1 (and earlier) that can be exploited to execute arbitrary code.
How does CVE-2021-40793 affect Adobe Premiere Pro?
CVE-2021-40793 affects Adobe Premiere Pro version 15.4.1 (and earlier) and can result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
How can CVE-2021-40793 be exploited?
Exploiting CVE-2021-40793 requires user interaction and involves the insecure handling of a malicious file.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-40793?
CVE-2021-40793 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2021-40793?
To fix CVE-2021-40793, update Adobe Premiere Pro to version 15.4.2 or later.