CVE-2022-30657: Adobe InCopy Font Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jun 16, 2022
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Updated

Adobe InCopy versions 17.2 (and earlier) and 16.4.1 (and earlier) are affected by a Use-After-Free 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 InCopy<=16.4.1
Adobe InCopy>=17.0<=17.2
macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Jun 16, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:07 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-30657?

CVE-2022-30657 has a severity rating of critical as it allows for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-30657?

To fix CVE-2022-30657, update Adobe InCopy to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which versions of Adobe InCopy are affected by CVE-2022-30657?

Adobe InCopy versions 17.2 and earlier, as well as 16.4.1 and earlier, are affected by CVE-2022-30657.

4

What is a Use-After-Free vulnerability in CVE-2022-30657?

A Use-After-Free vulnerability, such as CVE-2022-30657, occurs when a program continues to use a pointer after the memory it points to has been freed, which can lead to arbitrary code execution.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2022-30657?

Yes, exploitation of CVE-2022-30657 requires user interaction, specifically the user must open a malicious file.

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