Vulnerability identifier: #VU56569
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-78
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Adobe Digital Editions
Client/Desktop applications /
Multimedia software
Vendor: Adobe
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary shell commands on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation. A remote authenticated attacker can trick the victim to open a specially crafted file and execute arbitrary OS commands on the system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Adobe Digital Editions : 4.0 - 4.5.11.187646
External links
http://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/Digital-Editions/apsb21-80.html
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.