CVE-2024-20739: ZDI-CAN-22647: Adobe Audition AVI File Parsing Heap-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Feb 15, 2024
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Updated

Audition versions 24.0.3, 23.6.2 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
All of the following
Any of the following
Adobe Audition<23.6.4
Adobe Audition>=24.0<24.2
Any of the following
macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Feb 15, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:26 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:26 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20739?

CVE-2024-20739 has a high severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-20739?

To fix CVE-2024-20739, update Adobe Audition to version 24.0.4 or later.

3

What versions of Adobe Audition are affected by CVE-2024-20739?

Adobe Audition versions 24.0.3, 23.6.2, and earlier are affected by CVE-2024-20739.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2024-20739?

Yes, exploitation of CVE-2024-20739 requires user interaction, specifically opening a malicious file.

5

Can CVE-2024-20739 affect Mac users?

CVE-2024-20739 specifically affects Adobe Audition on vulnerable versions regardless of the operating system.

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