CVE-2021-42272: Adobe Animate GIF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Nov 18, 2021
·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 GIF file.
Affected Software
4 affected components
All of the following
Adobe Animate<=21.0.9
Microsoft Windows
Adobe Animate<=21.0.9
Microsoft Windows
Event History
Nov 18, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:44 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:44 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the vulnerability ID for this Adobe Animate vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-42272.
2
What is the severity of CVE-2021-42272?
CVE-2021-42272 has a severity rating of critical (7.8).
3
Which version of Adobe Animate is affected by CVE-2021-42272?
Adobe Animate version 21.0.9 (and earlier) is affected.
4
What is the impact of CVE-2021-42272?
CVE-2021-42272 could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
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How can CVE-2021-42272 be exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-42272 requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious GIF file.