#VU55023 Improper input validation in Adobe Media Encoder - CVE-2021-36014

Vulnerability identifier: #VU55023

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 5.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-36014

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Adobe Media Encoder
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Adobe

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted MP4 file, trick the victim into opening it and execute arbitrary code.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Adobe Media Encoder: 12.0 - 15.2

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External links
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/media-encoder/apsb21-43.html
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-906/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.