CVE-2022-34263: Adobe Illustrator Font Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Aug 11, 2022
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Updated

Adobe Illustrator versions 26.3.1 (and earlier) and 25.4.6 (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 Illustrator<=25.4.6
Adobe Illustrator>=26.0<=26.3.1
macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Aug 11, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:46 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:46 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-34263?

CVE-2022-34263 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-34263?

To mitigate CVE-2022-34263, users should update Adobe Illustrator to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What are the affected versions of Adobe Illustrator in CVE-2022-34263?

CVE-2022-34263 affects Adobe Illustrator versions 26.3.1 and earlier, as well as version 25.4.6 and earlier.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-34263?

CVE-2022-34263 is a Use After Free vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary code execution.

5

What kind of user interaction is required for CVE-2022-34263 to be exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2022-34263 requires the user to open a maliciously crafted file in Adobe Illustrator.

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