CVE-2021-42270: Adobe Animate BMP File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Nov 18, 2021
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Adobe Animate version 21.0.9 (and earlier) are affected by an out-of-bounds write vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious BMP file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Adobe Animate<=21.0.9
Event History
Nov 18, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:43 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:43 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-42270.
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What is the severity of CVE-2021-42270?
The severity of CVE-2021-42270 is critical with a CVSS score of 7.8.
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What software versions are affected?
Adobe Animate version 21.0.9 and earlier are affected by CVE-2021-42270.
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What is the impact of CVE-2021-42270?
CVE-2021-42270 could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
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How can CVE-2021-42270 be exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-42270 requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious BMP file.