CVE-2022-38405: Adobe InCopy SVG File Parsing Heap-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Sep 16, 2022
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Updated

Adobe InCopy version 17.3 (and earlier) and 16.4.2 (and earlier) are affected by a Heap-based Buffer Overflow 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>=16.0<=16.4.2
Adobe InCopy>=17.0<=17.3
macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Sep 16, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:14 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:14 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is Adobe InCopy?

Adobe InCopy is a professional word processing software developed by Adobe Inc.

2

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2022-38405.

3

How severe is the vulnerability CVE-2022-38405?

The severity of vulnerability CVE-2022-38405 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

4

Which versions of Adobe InCopy are affected by CVE-2022-38405?

Adobe InCopy versions 16.0 to 16.4.2 and 17.0 to 17.3 are affected by CVE-2022-38405.

5

How can the vulnerability CVE-2022-38405 be exploited?

The vulnerability CVE-2022-38405 can be exploited by an attacker through a malicious file that is opened by the victim.

6

Is Apple macOS affected by CVE-2022-38405?

No, Apple macOS is not affected by CVE-2022-38405.

7

Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2022-38405?

No, Microsoft Windows is not affected by CVE-2022-38405.

8

How can I fix the vulnerability CVE-2022-38405?

To fix the vulnerability CVE-2022-38405, it is recommended to update Adobe InCopy to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.

9

Where can I find more information about the vulnerability CVE-2022-38405?

More information about the vulnerability CVE-2022-38405 can be found on the Adobe Security Bulletins website.

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