CVE-2023-21590: Adobe InDesign Font Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Fri Jan 13 2023(Updated: )
Adobe InDesign version 18.0 (and earlier), 17.4 (and earlier) are affected by an out-of-bounds write 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 the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2023-21590.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2023-21590?
CVE-2023-21590 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
Which versions of Adobe InDesign are affected by CVE-2023-21590?
Adobe InDesign versions 18.0 (and earlier), 17.4 (and earlier) are affected by CVE-2023-21590.
What is the potential impact of CVE-2023-21590?
CVE-2023-21590 can result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user.
How can CVE-2023-21590 be exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2023-21590 requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
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