7.8
CWE
121 119 787
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-49543: InDesign Desktop | Stack-based Buffer Overflow (CWE-121)

First published: Tue Dec 10 2024(Updated: )

InDesign Desktop versions ID19.5, ID18.5.4 and earlier are affected by a Stack-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.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
Any of
Adobe InDesign 2025<=18.5.4
Adobe InDesign 2025>=19.0<19.5.1
Any of
macOS
Microsoft Windows Operating System

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-49543?

    CVE-2024-49543 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I mitigate CVE-2024-49543?

    To mitigate CVE-2024-49543, users should update Adobe InDesign to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Which versions of InDesign are affected by CVE-2024-49543?

    CVE-2024-49543 affects Adobe InDesign versions ID19.5, ID18.5.4, and earlier.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-49543?

    CVE-2024-49543 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Does exploitation of CVE-2024-49543 require user interaction?

    Yes, exploitation of CVE-2024-49543 requires user interaction, as a victim must open a malicious file.

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