Advisory Published

ZDI-23-1668: Adobe Media Encoder MP4 File Uninitialized Variable Information Disclosure Vulnerability

First published: Wed Nov 15 2023(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Adobe Media Encoder. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 3.3. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2023-47044.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Adobe Media Encoder 2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-23-1668?

    ZDI-23-1668 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its requirement for user interaction for exploitation.

  • How do I fix ZDI-23-1668?

    To mitigate ZDI-23-1668, users should update to the latest version of Adobe Media Encoder as recommended by Adobe.

  • What are the potential impacts of ZDI-23-1668?

    ZDI-23-1668 could allow attackers to disclose sensitive information from affected installations, posing risks to user privacy.

  • Who is affected by ZDI-23-1668?

    ZDI-23-1668 affects users of Adobe Media Encoder 2022 who may encounter malicious files or websites.

  • Is user interaction necessary for ZDI-23-1668 exploitation?

    Yes, exploitation of ZDI-23-1668 requires user interaction, such as visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.

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