CVE-2021-44183: Adobe Dimension TIF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Adobe Dimension versions 3.4.3 (and earlier) are affected by an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that could lead to disclosure of sensitive memory. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to bypass mitigations such as ASLR. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious TIF file.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Adobe Dimension. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of TIF images. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-44183?
CVE-2021-44183 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to disclose sensitive memory information.
How do I fix CVE-2021-44183?
To remediate CVE-2021-44183, update Adobe Dimension to version 3.4.4 or later where the vulnerability has been patched.
Who is affected by CVE-2021-44183?
Users of Adobe Dimension versions 3.4.3 and earlier are affected by CVE-2021-44183.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2021-44183?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-44183 could lead to the disclosure of sensitive data from memory, allowing an attacker to bypass mitigations like ASLR.
Does CVE-2021-44183 require user interaction to exploit?
Yes, the exploitation of CVE-2021-44183 requires user interaction.