CVE-2022-27784: Adobe After Effects Stack Buffer Overflow Could Lead To RCE
First published: Fri May 06 2022(Updated: )
Adobe After Effects versions 22.2.1 (and earlier) and 18.4.5 (and earlier) are affected by a stack overflow vulnerability due to insecure handling of a crafted file, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction in that a victim must open a crafted file in After Effects.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe After Effects | <=18.4.5 | |
| Adobe After Effects | >=22.0<=22.2.1 | |
| Apple macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-27784.
Which versions of Adobe After Effects are affected?
Adobe After Effects versions 22.2.1 (and earlier) and 18.4.5 (and earlier) are affected.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-27784?
The severity of CVE-2022-27784 is critical with a CVSS score of 7.8.
What is the impact of CVE-2022-27784?
The vulnerability allows arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
How can the vulnerability be exploited?
Exploitation requires user interaction, such as opening a crafted file.
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