InDesign Desktop versions 20.5.2, 21.2 and earlier are affected by an out-of-bounds read vulnerability when parsing a crafted file, which could result in a read past the end of an allocated memory structure. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
Attack Parameters
Attack Vector
Local
Requires local access
Attack Complexity
Low
Easy to exploit
Privileges Required
None
No privileges needed
User Interaction
Required
User action required
Impact Assessment
Confidentiality
High
Complete data leak
Integrity
High
Complete data modification
Availability
High
Complete denial of service
CVSS Vector v3.1
Weakness Type (CWE)
Vulnerable Products 4
| Configuration | From (including) | Up to (excluding) |
|---|---|---|
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Adobe Indesign
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:indesign:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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20.5.3
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Adobe Indesign
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:indesign:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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21.0
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21.3
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Apple Macos
cpe:2.3:o:apple:macos:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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— | — |
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Microsoft Windows
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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— | — |