CVE-2021-43011: Adobe Prelude M4A file memory corruption vulnerability could lead to remote code execution

Published Nov 16, 2021
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Updated

Adobe Prelude version 10.1 (and earlier) are affected by a memory corruption vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker could leverage this vulnerability to achieve 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 M4A file.

Affected Software

4 affected components
All of the following
Adobe Prelude<=10.1
Microsoft Windows
Adobe Prelude<=10.1
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Nov 16, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:19 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-43011?

CVE-2021-43011 is a memory corruption vulnerability in Adobe Prelude version 10.1 and earlier.

2

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-43011?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-43011 by leveraging the vulnerability to achieve arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-43011?

CVE-2021-43011 has a severity rating of 7.8 (critical).

4

Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2021-43011?

No, Microsoft Windows is not affected by CVE-2021-43011.

5

How do I fix CVE-2021-43011?

To fix CVE-2021-43011, users should upgrade to Adobe Prelude version 10.2 or later.

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