CVE-2024-20781: Adobe Indesign TIF File Parsing Heap Memory Corruption

Published Jul 9, 2024
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Updated

InDesign Desktop versions ID19.3, ID18.5.2 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 InDesign<18.5.3
Adobe InDesign>=19.0<19.4
Any of the following
macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Jul 9, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:18 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:18 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jul 10, 2024
News Published
via The Register·12:59 AM
News Published
via The Register·01:02 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20781?

CVE-2024-20781 has a high severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-20781?

To fix CVE-2024-20781, you should update Adobe InDesign to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-20781?

CVE-2024-20781 affects users of Adobe InDesign versions ID19.3, ID18.5.2, and earlier.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-20781?

CVE-2024-20781 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

What conditions are required for exploiting CVE-2024-20781?

Exploitation of CVE-2024-20781 requires user interaction, specifically that a victim must open a malicious file.

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