CVE-2021-46818: Adobe Media Encoder M4A file memory corruption vulnerability could lead to remote code execution
First published: Mon Jun 13 2022(Updated: )
Adobe Media Encoder 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.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Media Encoder | <15.4.1 | |
| Apple macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-46818?
CVE-2021-46818 is a memory corruption vulnerability in Adobe Media Encoder version 15.4 and earlier.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-46818?
The severity of CVE-2021-46818 is rated as high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-46818?
An unauthenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2021-46818 by leveraging the vulnerability to achieve arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2021-46818?
Adobe Media Encoder versions 15.4 and earlier are affected by CVE-2021-46818.
How can I mitigate the vulnerability CVE-2021-46818?
To mitigate CVE-2021-46818, it is recommended to update Adobe Media Encoder to version 15.4.1 or later.
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