CVE-2023-21588: Input Validation
First published: Fri Jan 13 2023(Updated: )
Adobe InDesign version 18.0 (and earlier), 17.4 (and earlier) are affected by an Improper Input Validation 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.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe InDesign | >=17.0<=17.4 | |
| Adobe InDesign | =18.0 | |
| Apple macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-21588?
CVE-2023-21588 is an Improper Input Validation vulnerability in Adobe InDesign version 18.0 and earlier, and 17.4 and earlier, that could allow arbitrary code execution.
How can the exploitation of CVE-2023-21588 be prevented?
To prevent exploitation of CVE-2023-21588, users should avoid opening malicious files and should update to the latest version of Adobe InDesign.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-21588?
The severity of CVE-2023-21588 is rated as high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
Is Apple macOS affected by CVE-2023-21588?
No, Apple macOS is not vulnerable to CVE-2023-21588.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-21588?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-21588 on the Adobe Security Bulletin APSB23-07.
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/adobe
- canonical/adobe indesign
- version/adobe indesign/17.0
- version/adobe indesign/17.4
- version/adobe indesign/18.0
- vendor/apple
- canonical/apple macos
- vendor/microsoft
- canonical/microsoft windows