CVE-2024-39393: Adobe Indesign 2024 PCT File Parsing Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Wed Aug 14 2024(Updated: )
InDesign Desktop versions ID19.4, ID18.5.2 and earlier are affected by an out-of-bounds read vulnerability when parsing a crafted file, which could result in a read past the end of an allocated memory structure. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute code 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 |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| Adobe InDesign 2025 | <18.5.3 | |
| Adobe InDesign 2025 | >=19.0<19.5 | |
| Any of | ||
| macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-39393?
CVE-2024-39393 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow code execution via crafted files.
How do I fix CVE-2024-39393?
To fix CVE-2024-39393, users should update Adobe InDesign to the latest version beyond 19.5 or 18.5.3.
What versions of Adobe InDesign are affected by CVE-2024-39393?
Adobe InDesign versions ID19.4, ID18.5.2, and earlier are affected by CVE-2024-39393.
Can CVE-2024-39393 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-39393 can be exploited remotely if a user opens a crafted file sent by an attacker.
Are there any operating systems that are not affected by CVE-2024-39393?
Microsoft Windows and Apple macOS are not impacted by CVE-2024-39393 since the vulnerability is specific to Adobe InDesign.
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