CVE-2023-21590: Adobe InDesign Font Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jan 13, 2023
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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.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Adobe InDesign>=17.0<=17.4
Adobe InDesign=18.0
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 for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2023-21590.

2

What is the severity rating of CVE-2023-21590?

CVE-2023-21590 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

3

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.

4

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.

5

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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