Vulnerability identifier: #VU57340

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: CVE-2021-36011

CWE-ID: CWE-78

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Adobe Illustrator
Client/Desktop applications / Office applications

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, when chained with a development and debugging tool for JavaScript scripts. A remote unauthenticated attacker can trick the victim to open a specially crafted file and execute arbitrary OS commands on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Adobe Illustrator: 25.0 - 25.2.3, 24.0 - 24.3.1

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External links
http://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/illustrator/apsb21-42.html

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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.