CVE-2021-42728

Adobe Bridge Buffer Overflow Arbitrary code execution

Description

Adobe Bridge 11.1.1 (and earlier) is affected by a stack overflow vulnerability due to insecure handling of a crafted file, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation requires user interaction in that a victim must open a crafted file in Bridge.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 8.89% Top 10%
Vendor Advisory adobe.com
Affected: Adobe Bridge
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/bridge/apsb21-94.html patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-42728?
CVE-2021-42728 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-42728?
To fix CVE-2021-42728, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-42728 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-42728 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~9% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-42728?
CVE-2021-42728 affects Adobe Bridge.
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