7.8
CWE
787
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-45053: Adobe InCopy JPEG2000 Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Tue Jan 11 2022(Updated: )

Adobe InCopy version 16.4 (and earlier) is affected by an out-of-bounds write vulnerability that could result in 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 file.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Adobe Incopy<=16.4
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for the Adobe InCopy out-of-bounds write vulnerability?

    The vulnerability ID for the Adobe InCopy out-of-bounds write vulnerability is CVE-2021-45053.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-45053?

    The severity of CVE-2021-45053 is rated as high.

  • How does CVE-2021-45053 affect Adobe InCopy?

    CVE-2021-45053 affects Adobe InCopy version 16.4 (and earlier) by enabling an out-of-bounds write vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary code execution.

  • What is required for exploitation of CVE-2021-45053?

    Exploitation of CVE-2021-45053 requires user interaction, as the victim must open a malicious file.

  • Are Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2021-45053?

    No, Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows are not affected by CVE-2021-45053.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-45053?

    You can find more information about CVE-2021-45053 in the Adobe Security Bulletin APSB22-04 linked at: https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/incopy/apsb22-04.html.

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