CVE-2022-23198: Adobe Illustrator NULL Pointer Dereference Application denial-of-service
First published: Tue Feb 08 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 CVE-2022-23198?
CVE-2022-23198 is a vulnerability in Adobe Illustrator versions 25.4.3 and earlier, and 26.0.2 and earlier, that allows an unauthenticated attacker to cause a denial-of-service.
How does the CVE-2022-23198 vulnerability affect Adobe Illustrator?
The CVE-2022-23198 vulnerability in Adobe Illustrator allows an attacker to exploit a null pointer dereference, causing the application to crash and resulting in a denial-of-service.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-23198?
The severity of CVE-2022-23198 is medium, with a CVSS score of 5.5.
Which versions of Adobe Illustrator are affected by CVE-2022-23198?
Adobe Illustrator versions 25.4.3 and earlier, as well as 26.0.2 and earlier, are affected by CVE-2022-23198.
Is Apple macOS or Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2022-23198?
No, Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows are not affected by CVE-2022-23198.
How can I fix CVE-2022-23198?
To fix CVE-2022-23198, it is recommended to update Adobe Illustrator to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.
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