CVE-2024-49509: InDesign Desktop | Heap-based Buffer Overflow (CWE-122)
Published Nov 12, 2024
·Updated
InDesign Desktop versions ID18.5.3, ID19.5 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<18.5.4
Adobe InDesign>=19.0<20.0
Any of the following
Apple macOS
Microsoft Windows
Event History
Nov 12, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:45 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-49509?
CVE-2024-49509 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-49509?
To fix CVE-2024-49509, update Adobe InDesign to version 18.5.4 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-49509?
CVE-2024-49509 is a Heap-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability.
4
Does CVE-2024-49509 require user interaction for exploitation?
Yes, exploiting CVE-2024-49509 requires a victim to open a malicious file.
5
Which versions of Adobe InDesign are affected by CVE-2024-49509?
CVE-2024-49509 affects Adobe InDesign Desktop versions ID18.5.3, ID19.5 and earlier.