CVE-2022-23187: Adobe Illustrator 2022 Buffer Overflow could lead to Arbitrary code execution

Published Mar 11, 2022
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Updated

Adobe Illustrator version 26.0.3 (and earlier) is affected by a buffer overflow vulnerability due to insecure handling of a crafted file, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction in that a victim must open a crafted file in Illustrator.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Adobe Illustrator>=25.0<25.4.5
Adobe Illustrator>=26.0<26.1.0
macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Mar 11, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:54 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this Adobe Illustrator vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this Adobe Illustrator vulnerability is CVE-2022-23187.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-23187?

CVE-2022-23187 has a severity rating of 7.8 (critical).

3

What is the affected software for this vulnerability?

The affected software for CVE-2022-23187 is Adobe Illustrator version 26.0.3 (and earlier).

4

What is the potential impact of CVE-2022-23187?

CVE-2022-23187 can potentially result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.

5

How can CVE-2022-23187 be exploited?

CVE-2022-23187 requires user interaction in that a victim must open a crafted file.

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