CVE-2021-42729: Adobe Bridge Memory Corruption could lead to Arbitrary code execution
First published: Wed Mar 16 2022(Updated: )
Adobe Bridge version 11.1.1 (and earlier) is affected by a memory corruption vulnerability due to insecure handling of a malicious WAV file, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Bridge | <=11.1.1 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-42729?
CVE-2021-42729 is a memory corruption vulnerability in Adobe Bridge version 11.1.1 and earlier.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-42729?
CVE-2021-42729 has a severity score of 7.8, classified as high.
How does CVE-2021-42729 affect Adobe Bridge?
CVE-2021-42729 affects Adobe Bridge version 11.1.1 and earlier by exploiting insecure handling of a malicious WAV file, potentially allowing arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
Do I need user interaction to exploit CVE-2021-42729?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2021-42729.
How can I mitigate the CVE-2021-42729 vulnerability?
To mitigate CVE-2021-42729, update Adobe Bridge to the latest version provided by Adobe.
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