CVE-2021-42524: Adobe Animate BMP 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 BMP 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·04:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:45 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-42524.
2
What is the severity of CVE-2021-42524?
CVE-2021-42524 has a severity rating of 7.8 (Critical).
3
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-42524?
Adobe Animate versions up to and including 21.0.9 are affected by CVE-2021-42524.
4
How can CVE-2021-42524 be exploited?
Exploiting CVE-2021-42524 requires user interaction by opening a malicious BMP file.
5
Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2021-42524?
No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2021-42524.