CVE-2021-42270: Adobe Animate BMP File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Nov 18, 2021
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Updated

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
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-42270.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-42270?

The severity of CVE-2021-42270 is critical with a CVSS score of 7.8.

3

What software versions are affected?

Adobe Animate version 21.0.9 and earlier are affected by CVE-2021-42270.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2021-42270?

CVE-2021-42270 could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.

5

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.

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