CVE-2020-24411 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Adobe Illustrator version 24.2 and earlier is affected by an out-of-bounds write vulnerability when handling crafted PDF files, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.

Understanding CVE-2020-24411

Adobe Illustrator PDF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Vulnerability

What is CVE-2020-24411?

Adobe Illustrator versions 24.2 and earlier are susceptible to an out-of-bounds write flaw in PDF file processing, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code with user privileges.

The Impact of CVE-2020-24411

High Severity: CVSS base score of 7.8
Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability Impact: High
User Interaction Required: Yes

Technical Details of CVE-2020-24411

Adobe Illustrator Vulnerability

Vulnerability Description

Out-of-bounds write vulnerability in PDF file handling
Could lead to arbitrary code execution

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Adobe Illustrator
Versions: <= 24.2

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Local
Privileges Required: None
Scope: Unchanged

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to Address CVE-2020-24411

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Adobe Illustrator to the latest version
Avoid opening untrusted PDF files
Educate users on safe browsing practices

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and security patches
Implement security awareness training for users

Patching and Updates

Adobe has released security updates to address this vulnerability