CVE-2021-43021: Adobe Premiere Rush EXR File Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution

Published Dec 20, 2021
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Updated

Adobe Premiere Rush version 1.5.16 (and earlier) is affected by a memory corruption vulnerability due to insecure handling of a malicious EXR file, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability.

Affected Software

4 affected components
All of the following
Adobe Premiere Rush<=1.5.16
Microsoft Windows
Adobe Premiere Rush<=1.5.16
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Dec 20, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:08 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:08 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2021-43021.

2

What is the affected software?

The affected software is Adobe Premiere Rush version 1.5.16 (and earlier).

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-43021?

CVE-2021-43021 has a severity rating of critical (7.8).

4

How does CVE-2021-43021 work?

CVE-2021-43021 is a memory corruption vulnerability that occurs due to insecure handling of a malicious EXR file.

5

What can an attacker do with CVE-2021-43021?

An attacker could potentially execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user by exploiting CVE-2021-43021.

6

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-43021?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2021-43021.

7

How can I fix CVE-2021-43021?

To fix CVE-2021-43021, update Adobe Premiere Rush to the latest version.

8

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-43021?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-43021 at the following link: https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/premiere_rush/apsb21-101.html

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