CVE-2024-53953: Animate | Use After Free (CWE-416)
First published: Tue Dec 10 2024(Updated: )
Animate versions 23.0.8, 24.0.5 and earlier are affected by a Use After Free 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 Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| Adobe Animate | <23.0.9 | |
| Adobe Animate | >=24.0.0<24.0.6 | |
| Any of | ||
| Apple macOS | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-53953?
CVE-2024-53953 is rated as critical due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-53953?
To fix CVE-2024-53953, update Adobe Animate to version 23.0.9 or later, or 24.0.6 or later.
What causes CVE-2024-53953?
CVE-2024-53953 is caused by a Use After Free vulnerability in certain versions of Adobe Animate.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2024-53953?
CVE-2024-53953 affects Adobe Animate on various platforms including Windows and macOS when using vulnerable versions.
Is user interaction required for the exploitation of CVE-2024-53953?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2024-53953 requires user interaction, specifically opening a malicious file.
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