CVE-2022-24098: Input Validation
First published: Fri May 06 2022(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.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Photoshop | <=22.5.6 | |
| Adobe Photoshop | >=23.0.0<=23.2.2 | |
| Apple macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
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.
How severe is CVE-2022-24098?
CVE-2022-24098 has a severity rating of 7.8 (critical).
Is Apple macOS or Microsoft Windows vulnerable to CVE-2022-24098?
No, Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows are not vulnerable to CVE-2022-24098.
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.
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/adobe
- canonical/adobe photoshop
- version/adobe photoshop/22.5.6
- version/adobe photoshop/23.0.0
- version/adobe photoshop/23.2.2
- vendor/apple
- canonical/apple macos
- vendor/microsoft
- canonical/microsoft windows