CVE-2022-28831
First published: Mon Sep 11 2023(Updated: )
Adobe InDesign versions 17.1 (and earlier) and 16.4.1 (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.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe InDesign | <=16.4.1 | |
| Adobe InDesign | >=17.0<=17.1 | |
| Apple macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-28831?
CVE-2022-28831 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability affecting Adobe InDesign versions 17.1 (and earlier) and 16.4.1 (and earlier), which could result in arbitrary code execution.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
Exploiting CVE-2022-28831 requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2022-28831?
CVE-2022-28831 has a severity rating of 7.8 (High).
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2022-28831?
Adobe InDesign is affected by CVE-2022-28831, but Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows are not vulnerable.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-28831?
You can find more information about CVE-2022-28831 on the Adobe Security Bulletin APSB22-23.
- collector/nvd-api
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/adobe
- canonical/adobe indesign
- version/adobe indesign/16.4.1
- version/adobe indesign/17.0
- version/adobe indesign/17.1
- vendor/apple
- canonical/apple macos
- vendor/microsoft
- canonical/microsoft windows