CVE-2023-21587: Adobe InDesign Font Parsing Heap-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Jan 13, 2023
·Updated
Adobe InDesign version 18.0 (and earlier), 17.4 (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 InDesign>=17.0<=17.4
Adobe InDesign=18.0
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows
Event History
Jan 13, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2023-21587.
2
What is the affected software?
The affected software is Adobe InDesign version 18.0 (and earlier) and 17.4 (and earlier).
3
What is the severity of CVE-2023-21587?
The severity of CVE-2023-21587 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
4
How does CVE-2023-21587 impact users?
CVE-2023-21587 could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user if a victim opens a malicious file.
5
Is Apple macOS or Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2023-21587?
No, Apple macOS and Microsoft Windows are not vulnerable to CVE-2023-21587.