CVE-2021-42724: Adobe Bridge Memory Corruption could lead to Arbitrary code execution

Published Mar 16, 2022
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Updated

Adobe Bridge version 11.1.1 (and earlier) is affected by a memory corruption vulnerability due to insecure handling of a malicious file, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Adobe Bridge<=11.1.1
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Mar 16, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:02 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-42724?

CVE-2021-42724 is a memory corruption vulnerability in Adobe Bridge version 11.1.1 (and earlier) that allows arbitrary code execution.

2

How does CVE-2021-42724 impact Adobe Bridge?

CVE-2021-42724 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user by exploiting a memory corruption vulnerability in Adobe Bridge.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-42724?

CVE-2021-42724 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

4

How can CVE-2021-42724 be exploited?

CVE-2021-42724 requires user interaction, such as opening a malicious file, to exploit the vulnerability.

5

Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2021-42724?

No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2021-42724.

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