CVE-2022-38431: Adobe Photoshop SVG File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Fri Sep 16 2022(Updated: )
Adobe Photoshop versions 22.5.8 (and earlier) and 23.4.2 (and earlier) are affected by an out-of-bounds read vulnerability when parsing a crafted file, which could result in a read past the end of an allocated memory structure. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Photoshop | >=22.0<=22.5.8 | |
| Adobe Photoshop | >=23.0<=23.4.2 | |
| Apple macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-38431?
CVE-2022-38431 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Adobe Photoshop versions 22.5.8 (and earlier) and 23.4.2 (and earlier).
How does CVE-2022-38431 impact Adobe Photoshop?
CVE-2022-38431 could allow an attacker to execute code in the context of the user running the affected software.
Is Adobe Photoshop affected by CVE-2022-38431?
Yes, Adobe Photoshop versions 22.5.8 (and earlier) and 23.4.2 (and earlier) are affected.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-38431?
CVE-2022-38431 has a severity rating of 7.8 (High).
How can I fix CVE-2022-38431 in Adobe Photoshop?
To fix CVE-2022-38431, it is recommended to update Adobe Photoshop to version 22.6 or later.
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