CVE-2022-23189: Adobe Illustrator NULL Pointer Dereference Application denial-of-service
First published: Wed Feb 16 2022(Updated: )
Adobe Illustrator versions 25.4.3 (and earlier) and 26.0.2 (and earlier) are affected by a Null pointer dereference vulnerability. An unauthenticated attacker could leverage this vulnerability to achieve an application denial-of-service 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 Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Illustrator | <=25.4.3 | |
| Adobe Illustrator | >=26.0.0<=26.0.2 | |
| Apple macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-23189.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-23189?
Adobe Illustrator versions 25.4.3 (and earlier) and 26.0.2 (and earlier) are affected.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-23189?
The severity of CVE-2022-23189 is medium with a base score of 5.5.
What is the impact of CVE-2022-23189?
An unauthenticated attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause a denial-of-service in the application.
Are macOS and Windows affected by CVE-2022-23189?
No, macOS and Windows are not vulnerable to CVE-2022-23189.
How can I fix CVE-2022-23189?
Adobe has released a security update. Please refer to the Adobe security bulletin APSB22-07 for more information.
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