CVE-2022-23200: Adobe After Effects 3GP File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Feb 16, 2022
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Updated

Adobe After Effects versions 22.1.1 (and earlier) and 18.4.3 (and earlier) are affected by an out-of-bounds write vulnerability that could result in 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 file.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Adobe After Effects. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of 3GP files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated structure. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Adobe After Effects
Adobe After Effects<=18.4.3
Adobe After Effects>=22.0<=22.1.1
macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Feb 16, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:38 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 27, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·01:06 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this Adobe After Effects vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this Adobe After Effects vulnerability is CVE-2022-23200.

2

What is the title of this vulnerability?

The title of this vulnerability is Adobe After Effects 3GP File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-23200?

The severity of CVE-2022-23200 is high with a severity value of 7.8.

4

How can remote attackers exploit this vulnerability?

Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability by having the target visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2022-23200?

Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2022-23200.

6

What are the affected installations of Adobe After Effects?

The affected installations of Adobe After Effects are versions 18.4.3 and versions between 22.0 and 22.1.1.

7

Is Apple macOS vulnerable to this vulnerability?

No, Apple macOS is not vulnerable to this vulnerability.

8

Is Microsoft Windows vulnerable to this vulnerability?

No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to this vulnerability.

9

Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?

You can find more information about this vulnerability at the following references: [Adobe Security Bulletin (APSB22-09)](https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/after_effects/apsb22-09.html) and [ZDI-22-376](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-376/).

10

What is the CWE ID for this vulnerability?

The CWE ID for this vulnerability is 787.

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