CVE-2021-46816: Adobe Premiere Pro M4A file memory corruption vulnerability could lead to remote code execution
Adobe Premiere Pro version 15.4 (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-46816?
The severity of CVE-2021-46816 is high with a severity value of 7.8.
Which versions of Adobe Premiere Pro are affected by CVE-2021-46816?
Adobe Premiere Pro version 15.4 (and earlier) are affected by CVE-2021-46816.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-46816?
An unauthenticated attacker could exploit CVE-2021-46816 by leveraging the memory corruption vulnerability to achieve arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-46816?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2021-46816 requires user interaction.
How can I fix CVE-2021-46816?
To fix CVE-2021-46816, it is recommended to update Adobe Premiere Pro to version 15.4.1 or later.