CVE-2022-30643: Adobe Illustrator Font Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Sep 7, 2023
·
Updated

Adobe Illustrator versions 26.0.2 (and earlier) and 25.4.5 (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.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Adobe Illustrator<=25.4.5
Adobe Illustrator>=26.0<=26.0.2
macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Sep 7, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:12 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:12 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-30643?

CVE-2022-30643 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Adobe Illustrator versions 26.0.2 and earlier, and 25.4.5 and earlier, that could allow arbitrary code execution.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-30643?

CVE-2022-30643 has a severity rating of 7.8 out of 10, indicating a high severity.

3

How can CVE-2022-30643 be exploited?

Exploiting CVE-2022-30643 requires user interaction where the victim must open a malicious file.

4

Which versions of Adobe Illustrator are affected by CVE-2022-30643?

Adobe Illustrator versions 26.0.2 and earlier, and 25.4.5 and earlier, are affected by CVE-2022-30643.

5

Is Apple macOS or Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2022-30643?

No, Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows are not affected by CVE-2022-30643.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203