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CVE-2020-9674
Adobe Bridge vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

Adobe Bridge versions 10.0.3 and earlier contain an out-of-bounds write vulnerability (CVE-2020-9674) that was disclosed on July 22, 2020. The vulnerability specifically affects the processing of MP4 files and could potentially lead to arbitrary code execution when exploited (ZDI Advisory, NVD).

Technical details

The vulnerability stems from improper validation of user-supplied data during MP4 file processing, which can result in a write operation past the end of an allocated structure. The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 (High) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The flaw is classified as CWE-787 (Out-of-bounds Write) (ZDI Advisory, NVD).

Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. The high CVSS score indicates potential severe impacts on system confidentiality, integrity, and availability (ZDI Advisory).

Exploitability

The vulnerability requires user interaction to be exploited, specifically the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The attack complexity is considered low, requiring no privileges but does need user interaction (ZDI Advisory).

Mitigation and workarounds

Adobe has released security updates to address this vulnerability. Users are advised to update to the latest version of Adobe Bridge beyond version 10.0.3 (Adobe Advisory).

Additional resources


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