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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2021-39816
CVE-2021-39816:
Adobe Bridge vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
Adobe Bridge version 11.1 and earlier versions were found to contain a memory corruption vulnerability. The vulnerability was discovered and reported in August 2021, with Adobe releasing security advisory details on September 1, 2021. The vulnerability affects Adobe Bridge software and requires user interaction to be exploited (Adobe Security, CVE Mitre).
Technical details
The vulnerability (CVE-2021-39816) is classified as a memory corruption vulnerability that occurs due to insecure handling of a malicious Bridge file. The issue is tracked under CWE-119 (Buffer Overflow) category, as indicated by the technical assessment (NVD CNA Status).
Impact
If successfully exploited, this vulnerability could potentially lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user (CVE Mitre).
Mitigation and workarounds
Adobe has addressed this vulnerability in their security advisory APSB21-69. Users are advised to update to the latest version of Adobe Bridge to mitigate this security issue (Adobe Security).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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