CVE-2022-38411: Adobe Animate SVG File Parsing Heap-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Sep 16, 2022
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Updated

Adobe Animate version 21.0.11 (and earlier) and 22.0.7 (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 Animate>=21.0<=21.0.11
Adobe Animate>=22.0<=22.0.7
macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Sep 16, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:58 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:58 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-38411?

CVE-2022-38411 is a Heap-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability in Adobe Animate.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-38411?

The severity of CVE-2022-38411 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.

3

Which versions of Adobe Animate are affected by CVE-2022-38411?

Adobe Animate version 21.0.11 and earlier, as well as 22.0.7 and earlier, are affected by CVE-2022-38411.

4

What is the potential impact of CVE-2022-38411?

CVE-2022-38411 could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.

5

How can CVE-2022-38411 be exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2022-38411 requires user interaction, as a victim must open a malicious file.

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