CVE-2021-42267: Adobe Animate FLA File Parsing Memory Corruption Arbitrary Code Execution
First published: Tue Oct 26 2021(Updated: )
Adobe Animate version 21.0.9 (and earlier) is affected by a memory corruption vulnerability due to insecure handling of a malicious FLA file, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Animate | <=21.0.9 | |
| <=21.0.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this Adobe Animate vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Adobe Animate vulnerability is CVE-2021-42267.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-42267?
The severity of CVE-2021-42267 is critical, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
Which version of Adobe Animate is affected by CVE-2021-42267?
Adobe Animate version 21.0.9 (and earlier) is affected by CVE-2021-42267.
What is the cause of CVE-2021-42267?
CVE-2021-42267 is caused by insecure handling of a malicious FLA file in Adobe Animate.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-42267?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2021-42267.
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