How can this vulnerability be exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2022-28833 requires user interaction, where a victim must open a malicious file.

What is the severity rating of CVE-2022-28833?

The severity rating of CVE-2022-28833 is 7.8 (high).

Is Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2022-28833?

No, Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows are not affected by CVE-2022-28833.

How can I fix CVE-2022-28833?

To fix CVE-2022-28833, it is recommended to update to the latest version of Adobe InDesign.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-28833?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-28833 on the Adobe website at https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/indesign/apsb22-23.html.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-28833

high

7.8

CWE

787

11/9/2023

14/9/2023

CVE-2022-28833

Q: What is CVE-2022-28833?

CVE-2022-28833 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Adobe InDesign versions 17.1 (and earlier) and 16.4.1 (and earlier) that could lead to arbitrary code execution.

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-2022-28833?
CVE-2022-28833 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Adobe InDesign versions 17.1 (and earlier) and 16.4.1 (and earlier) that could lead to arbitrary code execution.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2022-28833 requires user interaction, where a victim must open a malicious file.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2022-28833?
The severity rating of CVE-2022-28833 is 7.8 (high).
What software versions are affected by CVE-2022-28833?
Adobe InDesign versions 17.1 (and earlier) and 16.4.1 (and earlier) are affected by CVE-2022-28833.
Is Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2022-28833?
No, Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows are not affected by CVE-2022-28833.
How can I fix CVE-2022-28833?
To fix CVE-2022-28833, it is recommended to update to the latest version of Adobe InDesign.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-28833?
You can find more information about CVE-2022-28833 on the Adobe website at https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/indesign/apsb22-23.html.

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