CVE-2022-24098: Adobe Photoshop PCX File Parsing Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 6, 2022
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Updated

Adobe Photoshop versions 22.5.6 (and earlier)and 23.2.2 (and earlier) are affected by an improper input validation vulnerability when parsing a PCX file 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 PCX file.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Adobe Photoshop<=22.5.6
Adobe Photoshop>=23.0.0<=23.2.2
macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

May 6, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:03 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-24098?

CVE-2022-24098 is an improper input validation vulnerability in Adobe Photoshop versions 22.5.6 and earlier, and 23.2.2 and earlier.

2

How does CVE-2022-24098 affect Adobe Photoshop?

CVE-2022-24098 can result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user when parsing a PCX file in Adobe Photoshop.

3

What versions of Adobe Photoshop are affected by CVE-2022-24098?

Adobe Photoshop versions 22.5.6 and earlier, and 23.2.2 and earlier are affected by CVE-2022-24098.

4

How severe is CVE-2022-24098?

CVE-2022-24098 has a severity rating of 7.8 (critical).

5

Is Apple macOS or Microsoft Windows vulnerable to CVE-2022-24098?

No, Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows are not vulnerable to CVE-2022-24098.

6

How can I fix CVE-2022-24098?

To fix CVE-2022-24098, update Adobe Photoshop to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.

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