CVE-2019-7995 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-7995 affecting Adobe Photoshop CC versions <=19.1.8 and <=20.0.5. Find out how this out-of-bound read vulnerability could lead to a memory leak and steps to mitigate the risk.
Adobe Photoshop CC versions 19.1.8 and earlier, as well as 20.0.5 and earlier, contain a vulnerability that allows for an out-of-bound read, potentially leading to a memory leak.
Understanding CVE-2019-7995
This CVE identifies a specific vulnerability in Adobe Photoshop CC versions.
What is CVE-2019-7995?
The CVE-2019-7995 vulnerability in Adobe Photoshop CC versions 19.1.8 and older, and 20.0.5 and older, enables an out-of-bound read exploit that could result in a memory leak.
The Impact of CVE-2019-7995
The vulnerability could be exploited to trigger a memory leak, potentially leading to unauthorized access or system instability.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-7995
Adobe Photoshop CC vulnerability details.
Vulnerability Description
- Vulnerability Type: Out of Bound Read
- Description: Allows for an out-of-bound read exploit
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Product: Adobe Photoshop CC
- Vendor: Adobe
- Vulnerable Versions: <=19.1.8 and <=20.0.5
Exploitation Mechanism
- Exploitation: Successful exploitation could lead to a memory leak
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address the CVE-2019-7995 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Adobe Photoshop CC to the latest version
- Monitor vendor security advisories for patches
- Implement network security measures to mitigate risks
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and applications
- Conduct security assessments and audits
- Educate users on safe computing practices
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches and updates promptly
- Follow best practices for secure software usage