Vulnerability identifier: #VU6252

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-3006

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Creative Cloud Desktop Application
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: Adobe

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper resource permissions during the installation of Creative Cloud desktop applications. A remote unauthenticated attacker can bypass certain security restrictions.

Mitigation
Update to version 4.0.0.185.

Vulnerable software versions

Creative Cloud Desktop Application: 3.5.0.206 - 4.0.0.185

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External links
http://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/creative-cloud/apsb17-13.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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.