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.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-28831

high

7.8

CWE

787

11/9/2023

3/8/2024

CVE-2022-28831: Adobe InDesign Font Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

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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Reference Links

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/indesign/apsb22-23.html

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.

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